Australian+Animals

=Australian Animals = Australia is home to many different animals. toc

Koalas
Koalas are only found in the southeatstern part of Australia as thats where the eucalyptus trees are found. Koalas only eat eucalyptus leaves as a source of food. Koalas are not bears but mammals. Koalas spend about 80% of their time sleeping. I saw many sleeping up in their trees when i went to the conservatory.

**Kangaroo and Wallaby**
There are about 60 species of Kangaroos. One interesting fact is that they keep their babies(called joeys) in a pouch for up to 5-6 months. To communicate they thump the ground with their feet to warn others about a possible attack. I had the opportunity to feed two kangaroo's when I visited "the land down under". The Wallaby is a close relative to the kangaroo, but they are smaller than the kangaroo. They are widely destributed in australia and there is about 30 species. 
 * Wallaby is on the left, kangaroo on right.**

**Wombat**

 * The wombat was one of my favorite animals that I saw. It resembles a bear and a koala.**

**Poisonous snakes**

 * Poisonous snakes roam free around Australia in the outback. It's best to avoid t****hese when possible. I saw some of these snakes in a conservatory and they were scary to look at even through a thick glass case.**

**Penguins**
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 * Here is a video that shows the amazing March of the Penguins in Australia**

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 * As you can see in the video, Australia has penguins. The penguins come out of the water to find a nesting spot to lay their eggs. This is an amazing event to witness. If you ever find yourself in Australia I would definitely recommend this.**
 * To read more about these and other unique animals, visit [|Australian animals].**