Emus
Have emus got short legs?
No, they haven’t.
What can they do?
They can jump.
What do koalas look like?
They have grey fur, round and furry ears, a black and big nose and small and black eyes.
What do wombats look like?
They have got grey or brown fur, a big nose and small, pointed ears.
Is it a mammal or a bird?
It is a mammal.
Can emus fly?
No, they can’t.
Can they swim?
Yes, they can.
How many hours do koalas sleep?
They sleep 19 hours a day.
How much does a wombat weigh?
An adult wombat weighs 25-35kg
Where do they live?
They live in burrows which they dig along rivers.
What is an emu’s body covered in?
It’s covered in feathers.
What is a group of kangaroos called?
It is called a mob.
Why do they have sharp claws?
They have sharp claws to climb trees.
When do they sleep?
At night - they are nocturnal
Do they lay eggs?
Yes, they do. They can lay between 2-4 eggs.
Do emus eat meat?
No, they don’t.
How much does a kangaroo weigh when it’s born?
They weigh less than 1 gram.
Can they see/hear/smell well?
They can hear and smell well but they can't see well.
What do they feed on?
They feed on grass and roots.
Are they nocturnal or diurnal?
They are diurnal
What do emus feed on?
They feed on grass, fruit, flowers and insects.
How long is a female kangaroo pregnant?
She is pregnant for 31-36 days.
What does the word “koala” mean?
It means no drink.
Where do they live? (not Australia)
They dig burrows to live in
What have they got that is similar to another animal?
They have got a bill and feet like a duck. They have got a body like a rat, covered in fur. They have got a flat tail and claws like a beaver.