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Where to observe and photograph the numbat in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the numbat in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the numbat’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Numbat
Scientific name: Myrmecobius fasciatus
IUCN Status: Endangered
Family: MYRMECOBIIDAE
Group: Mammals
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 10 m
Rut period: TouteL'Année
Gestation: 14 jours
Births: January to February
Habitat:
Dry eucalyptus woodlands and pine forests
Activity period :
Mainly active at night, generally discreet during the day.
Identification and description:
The numbat is a small insectivorous marsupial endemic to Western Australia, measuring 25–35 cm long with a reddish coat marked by horizontal white bands. Strictly diurnal, it feeds almost exclusively on termites, which it captures using its long sticky tongue and powerful front claws. Solitary, it occupies abandoned burrows or natural hollows in dry eucalyptus woodlands and pine forests. During the breeding season, males and females become more territorial and engage in rapid ground chases before mating.
Recommended lens:
200 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Photograph the numbat from a distance using a telephoto lens of ≥200 mm early in the morning when it is most active. Position yourself low to the ground near a burrow and use a fast shutter speed to freeze its rapid movements. Maintain a minimum distance of 10 m to avoid disturbing its natural behaviour.
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