A Second Chance
One of the most exciting projects at the Creery Wetlands Nature Reserve is the reintroduction of Quendas (Southern Brown Bandicoots) to the reserve.

Foxes have been removed and a predator exclusion fence has been built to keep foxes, dogs and cats from entering. A solar panel powers the electric fence.
In this protected environment, the Quendas are flourishing. They began breeding within a year of being introduced to the reserve.

A Quenda Profile
Adult Quendas weigh up to two kilograms and measure up to 40 centimetres in length, including their tail. Quendas are marsupials and carry their babies in a pouch.
Distribution: Quendas occur in swampy areas of the South-West of W.A. In areas where cats and foxes are controlled, Quendas may become frequent visitors to suburban gardens.
Diet: The diet of Quendas includes snails, worms, beetles, small lizards, roots and leaves.
Reason for Decline: Land clearing and predation by feral animals.

What can yo do to help?
- Plant native plants in your garden

- Keep your cat inside at night

- Record observations of Quendas

- Support native animal research