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I'm sure most of you who're familiar with video games have heard of "Crash Bandicoot." I, myself played one of the "Crash" games back in the day on my Sony PlayStation. That had been my first exposure to hearing of a bandicoot, (and even then I didn't realize a bandicoot was a real animal). After pulling out my Nintendo Wii a couple of weeks ago and playing some old-school, Sonic the Hedgehog and Streets of Rage, I felt nostalgic for some good ol' Crash Bandicoot. Since I've yet to buy that game for my Wii, (don't know if it's available or not), I decided to do the next best thing--write about real bandicoots. So, here's your crash course in bandicoots:
This is Crash Bandicoot:
Now this is a real Bandicoot:
The real variety is what we're interested in today. Wanna know more? Keep reading:
According to A-Z Animals:
Bandicoots are very similar in appearance to the rat as they have long, pointed heads and snouts and a short and compact body with a long, thin tail. Despite this though, bandicoots are about the size of a rabbit and use their powerful hind legs to hop around in the same way. The average sized bandicoot is about 50cm including its tail although male bandicoots are often double the size of the females.
https://a-z-animals.com/animals/bandicoot/
They're marsupials (animals that are born not completely developed--they finish their development in their mom's pouch--think kangaroos and opossums). Like most marsupials, bandicoots are found in Australia. Bandicoots are creatures of the night. They're chilling out in the daytime, but ready to party once the sun goes down. And when I say party, I mean they're on the prowl for some grub.
Their grub consists of both plant and animal material. Here's more on that from A-Z Animals:
The bandicoot is an omnivorous animal meaning that its diet is made up of both plant and animal matter. The bandicoot primarily hunts for and feeds on insects which it finds scuttling around in the leaves or just below the surface of the ground. Bandicoots also nibble on fruits, berries, nuts, seeds, eggs and even small rodents when they are in search of food.
Do Bandicoots have enemies? Not many. But any animal who's anybody has a few. It probably doesn't help that bandicoots like to kick it by their lonesome, too. As a matter of fact, they can be downright anti-social. So who's out to munch on these little guys, and what's up with their social behavior? Check out the scoop on these questions from wonderopolis.org:
Bandicoots don't have many natural predators, but there are a few, including owls and dingoes. Domestic cats and dogs, as well as foxes, are also beginning to threaten bandicoot populations.
I'm sure most of you who're familiar with video games have heard of "Crash Bandicoot." I, myself played one of the "Crash" games back in the day on my Sony PlayStation. That had been my first exposure to hearing of a bandicoot, (and even then I didn't realize a bandicoot was a real animal). After pulling out my Nintendo Wii a couple of weeks ago and playing some old-school, Sonic the Hedgehog and Streets of Rage, I felt nostalgic for some good ol' Crash Bandicoot. Since I've yet to buy that game for my Wii, (don't know if it's available or not), I decided to do the next best thing--write about real bandicoots. So, here's your crash course in bandicoots:
This is Crash Bandicoot:
Now this is a real Bandicoot:
According to A-Z Animals:
Bandicoots are very similar in appearance to the rat as they have long, pointed heads and snouts and a short and compact body with a long, thin tail. Despite this though, bandicoots are about the size of a rabbit and use their powerful hind legs to hop around in the same way. The average sized bandicoot is about 50cm including its tail although male bandicoots are often double the size of the females.
https://a-z-animals.com/animals/bandicoot/
They're marsupials (animals that are born not completely developed--they finish their development in their mom's pouch--think kangaroos and opossums). Like most marsupials, bandicoots are found in Australia. Bandicoots are creatures of the night. They're chilling out in the daytime, but ready to party once the sun goes down. And when I say party, I mean they're on the prowl for some grub.
Their grub consists of both plant and animal material. Here's more on that from A-Z Animals:
The bandicoot is an omnivorous animal meaning that its diet is made up of both plant and animal matter. The bandicoot primarily hunts for and feeds on insects which it finds scuttling around in the leaves or just below the surface of the ground. Bandicoots also nibble on fruits, berries, nuts, seeds, eggs and even small rodents when they are in search of food.
Do Bandicoots have enemies? Not many. But any animal who's anybody has a few. It probably doesn't help that bandicoots like to kick it by their lonesome, too. As a matter of fact, they can be downright anti-social. So who's out to munch on these little guys, and what's up with their social behavior? Check out the scoop on these questions from wonderopolis.org:
Bandicoots don't have many natural predators, but there are a few, including owls and dingoes. Domestic cats and dogs, as well as foxes, are also beginning to threaten bandicoot populations.
Perhaps the biggest threats, though, come from urban development. As houses and roads continue to be built, bandicoots lose natural habitats they've lived in for years.
Bandicoots tend to be solitary animals. Unless it's mating season, they will often chase other bandicoots away. If they get into a fight, they'll mainly use their hind legs for defense and bite only if it's absolutely necessary.
https://wonderopolis.org/wonder/what-is-a-bandicoot
Be sure to check out both of the sites above for more info on these little guys. I hope you've enjoyed your crash course in bandicoots. Maybe if you're ever in Australia, you might run into one. Until then, you can always break out your old "Crash" games. Where the heck is my PlayStation by the way???
Until next time,
This is your host J,
signing off........
https://wonderopolis.org/wonder/what-is-a-bandicoot
Be sure to check out both of the sites above for more info on these little guys. I hope you've enjoyed your crash course in bandicoots. Maybe if you're ever in Australia, you might run into one. Until then, you can always break out your old "Crash" games. Where the heck is my PlayStation by the way???
Until next time,
This is your host J,
signing off........
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