1. small marsupial mammals native to Australia and New Guinea, with pointed snouts and strong hind legs

Examples

• The bandicoots emerged from their burrows at dusk to forage for insects.
• Several species of bandicoots are endangered due to habitat loss.
• We spotted bandicoots digging small holes in the garden while searching for grubs.
• The long-nosed bandicoots are excellent diggers with their sharp claws.
• Bandicoots are nocturnal creatures that rarely venture out during daylight hours.
• The wildlife sanctuary is working to protect native bandicoots from feral cats.