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Smoky Mouse

Smoky Mouse on sand

Photo: Linda Broome

Smoky Mouse on sand
Smoky Mouse on rocks

Photo: Linda Broome

Smoky Mouse on rocks

The Smoky Mouse is a native Australian rodent endemic to the south east Australian mainland. Once widespread throughout this region, populations of this species have dwindled in recent years and they are now classified as Endangered due to habitat loss and modification as well as increased predation from introduced predators such as foxes and cats.

 The recovery plan for the Smoky Mouse is underway with the genetics of the genus Pseudomys currently being investigated whilst field monitoring surveys are in progress. 

Saving the Smoky Mouse

Zoos Victoria is committed to securing a future for the Smoky Mouse. We are currently assisting the research into genetic differences between populations and are developing strategies to maintain a viable captive population.

Plans and publications

DSE species profile: Pseudomys fumeus – Konoom, Smoky Mouse

Meet the animals

Smoky Mouse

Furious Fighter for Extinction Fighters

Found: amongst the undergrowth of native bushland

He’s a tiny trooper, but you know when he’s angry.

Meet all 20 priority native threatened species

Zoos Victoria plans to save this endangered animal.

See all of our 20 priority threatened native species.

News
Love Your Locals tram launch image 1

Victoria's most endangered take to the streets

A City Circle tram has been dressed up to feature Zoos Victoria’s 20 priority native threatened species.

24 October 2012
Did you know?
  • Smoky Mice lift and drop their tail when they get angry
  • A Smoky Mouse’s summer diet consists of seeds and fruit, while underground fungi is on the menu in winter
  • Smoky mice are also known as Konoom 
Class 
Mammalia
Order 
Rodentia
Family 
Muridae
Genus 
Pseudomys
Species 
P. fumeus
Status 
Endangered
Found in 
South-eastern Australia