Woylie

What is a "Woylie"?

The woylie, also known as the brush-tailed bettong, is a small marsupial native to Australia. It is known for its unique appearance, with a distinctive long, bushy tail that is thickly furred and a pointed snout. Woylies have soft fur that can vary in color from grey to reddish-brown, and they have a compact body with short legs. They are known for their nocturnal behavior and are active mainly at night in search of food. Woylies are herbivorous, feeding primarily on plant material such as seeds, fruits, and fungi. They are known for their role as seed dispersers, as they play a vital role in maintaining the health of the ecosystem by spreading seeds in their droppings. Woylies are social animals, living in small groups called colonies or mobs, and they are known for their ability to construct nests called dreys for shelter.