There are four species of Echidnas in Australia. Echidnas are similar to hedgehogs in that they are covered in spikes. They eat primarily ants and termites and are active at night. When threatened, Echidnas curl into a ball, protecting their face, limbs, and stomach while leaving their spiky back exposed.
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Spectacled hare-wallabies are named for the orange fur that encircles their eyes, appearing like glasses. These wallabies are found across Northern Australia, are nocturnal, and feed on plants.
Eastern grey kangaroos are one of the four species of kangaroo in Australia. Eastern grey kangaroo adults can reach heights of 2 meters (6.6 feet) and average weights of 65 kg (145 lb). The adults pictured here inhabit the length of Eastern Australia. Eastern grey kangaroos are grazers and nocturnal, however, they can be spotted just before dusk and just after dawn.
Another nocturnal creature, the Rufous Bettong is sometimes (appropriately) called the rat-kangaroo, based on it's appearance and size (about the size of a full grown rabbit). The Rufous Bettong feeds on plants and is found throughout Australia.
Northern velvet geckos are found in north east Queensland. Velvet geckos have a variety of patterns (as seen below), eat insects, and are sometimes kept as pets.
Brushtailed possums live and spend most of their time in trees where they feed on leaves, fruit and flowers. These are the second largest of the possums in Australia and are nocturnal. Brushtailed possums are usually solitary and territorial. At night, possums can be heard calling and sometimes fighting to defend their territory.
Camels were introduced into Australia and have formed feral populations throughout the country. Originally the camels were used for transportation and are currently used for safaris and, because they are large herbivores, weed control.
Eastern snake-necked turtles are found throughout Eastern Australia. These turtles' necks are usually half the length of their shells and they are sometimes called long-necked turtles.
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