It is also the only Australian mammal restricted to alpine habitat.
This colonization of a non-native species has raised concerns about adverse effects on alpine habitats.
In some areas, it also occurs in alpine habitats, along mountain streams.
The specific epithet refers to the alpine habitat of the species.
Climate change may present a long-term threat, by shifting the necessary alpine habitat to higher altitudes.
Due to its remote and rocky alpine habitat it is rarely seen.
Some alpine habitats may be up to 70% snow free in winter.
Scientists began running experiments in alpine habitats to determine what a good sample method might be.
For we have a particular responsibility to the people and their alpine habitat.
It can be found in rainforest, cleared, woodland and alpine habitats.