A long period of separation from the rest of the world has blessed Australia with its utterly unique fauna. Cut off from other continents for about 30 million years, our wildlife has evolved to suit the conditions here. Here’s a breakdown of our incredibly unique animals and where you can find them.

Wombat: Australia’s second-largest marsupial, these rotund grasses-managers are more agile than they appear with top speeds of up to 40 k.m per hour! […] Read More

Koala: They spend the rest of their time eating, consuming up to one kilogram of eucalyptus leaves every day. Meeting a koala is one of Australia’s most iconic animal experiences. […] Read More

Kangaroo: There are about 50 different types of kangaroos – including two that live in trees! With two kangaroos for every person in Australia, you have a good chance of spotting kangaroos on your visit.  […] Read More

Echidna: These spiky animals look something like a hedgehog crossed with an anteater. […] Read More

Platypus: The quirky and shy platypus lives in the rivers, lakes and creeks of eastern Australia. […] Read More

Quokka: Their friendly nature and adorable smiles have made them an internet sensation with many people snapping Quokka selfies. […] Read More

Tasmanian devil: Devils have powerful jaws used to devour their entire prey and are spectacular tree climbers. […] Read More

Saltwater crocodile: The saltwater crocodile is the largest living reptile known to science. It is capable of prevailing over almost any animal that enters its territory. […] Read More

Whales: Humpback and southern right whales migrate annually along Australia’s coasts between May and November. Australian waters are home to a celebrity humpback named Migaloo – an albino adult male. Keen whale watchers can spot him travelling along the east coast up to the Great Barrier Reef every year. […] Read More

Australian Birds: Australia is home to 56 types of parrots, the laughing kookaburra and even the planet’s smallest penguin. […] Read More