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Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus

Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus is a science topic covered in the lgStudy science library. This page brings together a partial reference excerpt, illustrations, worked examples, real-world applications and a short study plan, so you can understand Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus rather than just read about it. In short: Antechinus vandycki, the Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus, is a species of marsupial in the family Dasyuridae. It was first described in 2015 by Andrew Baker and his group of scientists in southeast Tasmania.

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Reference excerpt

Antechinus vandycki, the Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus, is a species of marsupial in the family Dasyuridae. It was first described in 2015 by Andrew Baker and his group of scientists in southeast Tasmania. In October 2021, only eight specimens were known.

Description It is large compared to other members of the genus, measuring 13 centimetres (5.1 in) from head to body, and weighing 90 grams (3.2 oz). Its tail no longer than its torso and head. As for its colouration, it mostly appears with a mix of brown and grey, with some colour variation on its torso and tail.

Reproduction Breeding seasons last around two to three weeks, in which the males' testosterone is known to cause excess production of stress hormones; this proves to be lethal, killing the male before any parturition occurs, practically halving the population.

Distribution, habitat and other information This marsupial has been found in the region of Tasmania known as the Tasman Peninsula, although it is possible it also resides in the Forestier Peninsula. It is located in forests; its habitat is prone to deforestation. The Department of Natural Resources and Environment Tasmania describes the habitat of Antechinus vandycki as "eucalypt forest and sclerophyll rainforest".

Other information The Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus' diet consists mainly of invertebrates, such as spiders and insects. It is a threatened species (listed as "vulnerable"), as logging hurts its habitat. It was named in honour of the Senior Curator of Mammals and Birds at Queensland Museum, Steve Van Dyck.

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Worked examples

Example 1 — a first encounter with Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus

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Example 2 — changing one variable

Take the situation from Example 1 and change exactly one quantity: double it, halve it, or set it to zero. Predict what should happen to Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus before you calculate. Comparing your prediction with the result is the fastest way to find out whether you understand the idea or only the words.

Example 3 — an exam-style question

Typical questions about Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus ask you to (a) state it precisely, (b) apply it to given data, and (c) explain a limitation. Practise writing all three answers in under five minutes; the third part is what separates a full-mark answer from an average one.

Applications of Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus

In research: Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus appears in science research whenever the underlying quantities have to be modelled precisely. Papers usually cite it as a starting assumption and then explore where it breaks down.
In technology and industry: Engineering practice reuses Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus in design rules, simulations and safety margins. Knowing the idea lets you read a specification sheet and understand why the numbers look the way they do.
In the classroom: Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus is common in secondary-school and first-year university syllabi. It links to neighbouring topics Dasyuromorphs, Endemic fauna of Tasmania, Mammals described in 2015, so understanding it makes those chapters shorter.
In everyday life: Look for Tasman Peninsula dusky antechinus outside the textbook — in sport, cooking, traffic, electronics or the sky above you. An example you found yourself is remembered far longer than one you were given.

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Frequently asked questions

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