Kangaroos and wallabies, part of the macropod family, are perhaps the most recognizable. The koala, a tree-dwelling marsupial known for its cuddly appearance and diet of eucalyptus leaves, is another beloved native. Wombats and Tasmanian devils add to the country’s impressive marsupial diversity.
Monotremes
Australia is also notable for its monotremes — egg-laying mammals. The platypus and echidna are the only two species of this kind in the world. These fascinating… Continue