Behavior

The Tasmanian Devil has a reputation as the world’s largest carnivorous marsupial, so it’s no wonder that most people are afraid of them. However, recent research has suggested that Tasmanian Devils may not actually be as dangerous as they have been made out to be. So, is the Tasmanian Devil just misunderstood, or is the […]

Opossums are small marsupials that are commonly found in North America. They’re the most common marsupials in the Western Hemisphere and you may also hear them referred to simply as possums, although they are different from the possums that inhabit Australia. For many people in North America, these animals are considered pests but they also

Koalas are, next to kangaroos, Australia’s most instantly recognizable living creatures, adored all over the world for their incredibly cute faces and soft fur. Because of their cuteness, a few people actually come to wonder about their unusual love for eucalyptus. But those who do probably wonder whether they eat anything else other than that.

Kangaroos are a widely popular marsupial, we all know them for being tough yet cute, but the question remains, are they smart? To answer that question, yes kangaroos are very smart animals. When researched, they’ve shown intelligent behavior in many different scenarios. In a more recent study, researchers found that kangaroos displayed high levels of

Whether you live in Australia yourself or are thinking about traveling there one day, you’ve probably either seen or wondered if you’ll see a kangaroo. The kangaroo is the official symbol of Australia, and from a distance, these animals are interesting and even cute to look at. However, anyone who knows anything about kangaroos will

We have all heard about the legendary kangaroo, their size and weight are incredibly impressive. They are a very strong animal that knows how to defend itself against anything that it considers an enemy. They are an ever present danger to those who drive at night and anyone who is caught unaware. The world’s largest

Tasmanian Devils are one of the most popular animals in the world and have been made famous thanks to the many generations of children who have grown up with the cartoon character Taz from Looney Tunes on their TV screens. However when it comes to the actual Tasmanian Devils, are they actually similar to Taz

Wallabies are small marsupial creatures that are populated throughout New Zealand, New Guinea, and Australia.  While they may look similar to kangaroos, kangaroos are in fact much larger. Researchers have recognized at least 45 different species of wallaby; although, not all species share the name ‘Wallaby’.  Some species that are grouped under this umbrella name

When we think of the koala bear, we often think of a slow moving animal akin to a sloth. The koala is truly in no rush to get anywhere, and enjoys spending most of the day slumbering high up in the trees, only to wake and eat a few eucalyptus leaves.  If you’ve found yourself

There are several dozens of species of opossum, which are commonly referred to as possums in North America. The opossum is a mammal belonging to the marsupial family.  It is roughly the same size as a cat, although notable features of the animal include hairless ears and a long pointed nose. Moreover, it has a