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Southern Marsupial Mole
Scientific name: Notoryctes typhlops
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: NOTORYCTIDAE
Group: Mammals
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 5 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.11–30.11
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Habitat:
Deserts, arid regions
Description:
The Southern Marsupial Mole, Notoryctes typhlops, is a small marsupial mammal endemic to Australia. Adapted to a subterranean lifestyle, it has a cylindrical body, powerful forelimbs, and robust claws for digging. Its skin is covered with silky fur, usually cream or golden in color. It is blind, with eyes covered by skin, and lacks visible external ears. It primarily feeds on insects and larvae found underground. The marsupial mole is rarely observed due to its underground lifestyle and restricted habitat in the deserts and arid regions of central and western Australia.
Recommended lens:
>=Macro
Photography tips:
To photograph the marsupial mole, it's essential to visit its natural habitat, the Australian deserts. As it is nocturnal and spends most of its time underground, patience is key. Look for signs of its activity, such as freshly turned soil mounds. Use a macro lens to capture the details of its silky fur and robust claws. Be discreet to avoid disturbing it and maintain a safe distance of at least 5 m.
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