Mammals play an important role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem. You may be surprised to know what mammals call Whiteman Park home and the critical roles they play.
The mammal species recorded at Whiteman Park are primarily nocturnal animals, whose diversity has been bolstered since a translocation program commenced in 2010. Of the species of native mammals recorded prior to this program, three are considered rare or near threatened on the Swan Coastal Plain – the quenda or southern brown bandicoot (Isoodon obesulus), the rakali or native water rat (Hydromys chrysogaster) and the kwoora or black-gloved wallaby (Macropus irma).
The Park’s most endangered mammals are those found within Woodland Reserve, including the critically endagered woylie, or brush-tailed bettong (Bettongia penicillata ogilbyi). Along with the tammar wallaby (Macropus eugenii derbianus), these mammals have benefited from a successful translocation program into the protected sanctuary that is Woodland Reserve.
Learn about our mammal species below.
Banner image: An echidna, or nyingarn, amongst the Spring wildflowers.
