Potoroidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Diprotodontia, class Mammalia. The family contains 4 accepted species worldwide.
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Bettongia gaimardi (Desmarest, 1822)
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Potorous tridactylus (Kerr, 1792)
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Aepyprymnus rufescens (Gray, 1837)
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Bettongia penicillata Gray, 1837
Bettongia penicillata, the woylie, is a small potoroine marsupial native to Aust…
Potoroidae animals belong to the Diprotodontia order in the Animalia kingdom. The species has several distinct morphological specializations: an elongated pointed nose, erect ears, large eyes, digging claws, and long, strong hind legs. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Potoroidae is classified in the order Diprotodontia, class Mammalia, phylum Chordata. An indistinct stripe runs along its hip line.
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