Species

We’ve all been melted in the past by the adorable creatures that are wombats. They’re incredibly fun to look at, but many of us don’t know very much about them. As well as being very cute, wombats are also fascinating creatures that can be very entertaining to learn about.  If you want to know more […]

When we think of animals that nurture their babies in their pouches, we often think of kangaroos first, but they’re not the only marsupials that have this special feature. The pouch is an important part of a koala’s development, as it houses the young until they’re strong enough to venture outside by themselves. But, how

When we think of animals that are native to Australia who carry their young in pouches, we often think of kangaroo mothers exclusively. This doesn’t, however, mean that there aren’t other members of the animal kingdom that have pouches that they use to insulate their babies. If you’ve ever wondered if other marsupials, such as

Sometimes, we find ourselves pondering the most bizarre questions, one of such might be, can kangaroos jump backwards? If you’ve found yourself wondering about this subject, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Kangaroos are known for their powerful feet, which are renowned for athleticism, and jumping over wide open plains in Australia. Surely, if kangaroos have

One of the main things that we think about and associate with kangaroos is their pouches. Many marsupials raise their young within the confines of their pouch, which provides the perfect nutrients and atmosphere for their growth. Their pouches allow them to nurse their young children, whilst simultaneously granting them mobility to graze and travel

When we consider some of the different animals native to Australia, the one which springs to mind first is the beloved kangaroo. With their stocky bodies, powerful legs, and stomach pouches, they’re easily distinguishable thanks to a lengthy evolution.  Known as wild animals, some of you may be wondering whether or not they can actually

When we think of Australia, the first creature that comes to mind is the beloved kangaroo. They’re truly one of the most interesting animals on the planet, and are full of surprising facts.  Many of us who have witnessed kangaroos on our TV screens, might not actually be aware of what they like to eat,

If you’ve been watching the wildlife channel recently, then chances are that you’ve come across the adorable animal that is the quokka. These little guys have been described as some of the happiest animals on the planet, and we can’t blame them, we’d be happy too if we looked as cute as they do! If

Due to their lifestyle and appearance, opossums are rightly or wrongly considered to be rodents – a fact that often leads to them being poorly treated, or classified as vermin by home and business owners alike. But what exactly are opossums, and which family do they belong to?  What Are Opossums?  While opossums get wrongly

Tasmanian devils are fascinating and unique animals that used to be found throughout Australia, but are not only found on the island of Tasmania.  The shrinking of Tasmanian devil territory is due to a number of factors that have significantly decreased the population of these marsupials over recent years. Unfortunately, because Tasmanian devils have been