Animals Only Found In Australia

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Australia is home to a wide variety of animals, including some unique species that are known for their unique appearances and adaptations

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Here is a list of some unique animals only found in Australia

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Kangaroos are marsupials that are only found in Australia. Kangaroo is also Australia's national animal

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Quokkas, small marsupials, live in the southwestern region of Australia, including Rottnest and Bald Islands, and a few small mainland forests

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Platypuses, egg-laying mammal, live in freshwater creeks, rivers, lakes, and built water storages in eastern and southeastern Australia

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Wombats are native to Australia and are known for digging large burrows. They are often described as "stout", "sturdy", or "powerful"

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Koalas live in the forests and woodlands of eastern and southeastern Australia, including Queensland, New South Wales, and Victoria

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Tasmanian devils are native to Tasmania island. They live in forests, coastal scrublands, and create dens in hollow logs, and under rocks

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