What does a bandicoot look like?

A bandicoot is a small to medium-sized marsupial native to Australia and New Guinea. They are typically around 25 to 55 centimeters in length, with short, stocky bodies and long, pointed snouts. Bandicoots have long, coarse fur, which can be brown, grey, or black in colour. They have long, thin tails, which are used for balance. Bandicoots have short, powerful legs, with five toes on each foot. The front feet have long, sharp claws, which are used for digging. Bandicoots have a long, prehensile tail, which is used for grasping branches and climbing.