dalgyte

The Greater Bilby (Macrotis lagotis) is a distinctive nocturnal marsupial native to Australia’s arid interiors, also known by its Noongar name—dalgyte—and other names such as "pinkie" or “rabbit-eared bandicoot”. With long rabbit-like ears, a pointed nose, soft bluish-gray fur, and a black-and-white tail, it is specially adapted for life in harsh environments. It digs extensive burrow systems used for shelter and thermoregulation. Typically 30–55 cm long with a tail of 20–30 cm, these animals weigh between 600 g and 2.4 kg depending on sex and health.

Once widely distributed across 70% of mainland Australia, bilby populations have declined to scattered refuges in WA, NT, and southwest Queensland, representing less than 20% of their former range survive. Threatened primarily by introduced predators and habitat loss, current conservation efforts include predator-free fenced reserves and reintroductions, which have shown promising results with stable populations in protected areas.