The Southern Brown Bandicoot, also known as Isoodon obesulus, is a small marsupial native to southeastern Australia. It has a pointed snout, large ears, and a compact body covered in coarse brown fur. This nocturnal animal primarily feeds on insects, worms, and small invertebrates, using its strong forelimbs to dig for food. Southern Brown Bandicoots inhabit a variety of environments, including forests, heathlands, and urban areas. They are known for their burrowing behavior and create nests in dense vegetation. Unfortunately, their populations are declining due to habitat loss and predation by introduced species like cats and foxes.