The Potoroo's a kangaroo/rat like animal about the size of a rabbit. All three existing species are threatened, especially The long-footed Potoroo (Endangered) and Gilbert's potoroo (Critically Endangered). The main threats are predation by introduced species (especially foxes) and habitat loss. Potoroos were formerly very common, and early settlers report them being a key pest of their crops. Gilbert's Potoroo's Australia's most endangered animal. There're only 30-40 known left in the wild. I… (More on Potoroo)