The quoll is the Australian marsupial known for a white-spotted coat and cat-like appearance.
Quolls are carnivorous marsupials in the genus Dasyurus. Their spotted fur, pointed faces, and long tails make them look somewhat like cats, although they are not felines. Four quoll species occur in Australia, while another species is native to New Guinea.
Quolls eat insects, reptiles, birds, and small mammals. They are mostly nocturnal and may hunt on the ground or climb trees, depending on the species. Their spots usually continue onto the tail, helping distinguish them from several other spotted Australian marsupials.
The eastern and spotted-tailed quolls are found in parts of mainland Australia and Tasmania, while the northern and western quolls occupy warmer regions. Habitat loss, introduced predators, and competition from invasive species have affected several quoll populations.