Mammal
Greater Bilby
Long-eared desert bandicoot
Order Peramelemorphia
Peramelemorphia is a taxonomic order in the class Mammalia. Global Animal Guide profiles 2 of its members: Greater Bilby and Long-nosed Bandicoot. The table compares them using the figures on each profile.
Peramelemorphia species compared
| Animal | Weight | Length | Top speed | Lifespan | Native to | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Bilby Macrotis lagotis | 2 kg | 55 cm | 25 km/h | 7 yrs | Oceania | Vulnerable |
| Long-nosed Bandicoot Perameles nasuta | 1 kg | 35 cm | 25 km/h | 3 yrs | Oceania | Least Concern |
Figures are typical adult maxima from each profile; follow a profile for ranges, sources and context.
