Australia Wildlife
This animal spends 18-22 hours a day sleeping. It spends the rest of its time eating, consuming up to 2.2 pounds of eucalyptus leaves every day.
What is a Koala
These birds cannot fly and mate for life! Their eggs take up 20% of their body mass. They are also nocturnal.
What is a kiwi
This animal is also known as the world's largest marsupial. There are 50 different types in Australia and there is a count of 2 for every Australian.
What is a Kangaroo
This sea animal can grow up to 7 feet in length and swim in pods of 10-20
What is the Dusky Dolphin
This animal is one of two monotremes (egg-laying mammals) in the world. It's beaver-like tail is not used for swimming, but to store fat in case of a food shortage.
What is a Platypus
This animal is the rarest penguin in the world. They lay two eggs and are found on the New Zealand five-dollar bill.
What is a Yellow-Eyed Penguin
This animal is the second largest marsupial. These grass-munchers are more agile than you may think, they can reach top speeds of up to 25 miles per hour.
What is a Wombat
This penguin only weighs between 2-2.5 pounds and lives for about 6.5 years. They often settle near the area in which they hatched.
What is the Little Blue Penguin
This animal is known as the 'World's Happiest Animal'. They are only found on Rottnest Island, near Perth. Their friendly nature and adorable smiles have made them an interest sensation.
What are Quokka
This animal is the only alpine parrot and is the largest flighted terrestrial bird in New Zealand.
What is a Kea