Middle River, Kangaroo Island, South Australia © Ben Goode 8 The name ‘kangaroo’ derives from an Aboriginal word Kangaroos are culturally and spiritually significant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Australia. The kangaroo is often depicted in ancient rock paintings, which ca...
Australia Day takes place every year onJanuary 26and is a celebration of different cultures, races, religions, beliefs, and views. It’s widely considered by the Aboriginal community to be a day of mourning, as it’s the day Australia was invaded by white people. Kangaroo meat is widely av...
The two creatures found in Australia’s Coat of Arms are the Kangaroo and Emu. The most interesting characteristic of both creatures is that they are incapable of walking backward. As such, they represent Australia’s desire to constantly move forward. The Kangaroo – Australia’s national emblem...
Australia is the largest island and the smallest continent in the world. Geologists believe Australia to be the world’s oldest continent. More facts here!
National Animals: Kangaroo, emu National Holiday: 26 January (Australia Day) National Anthem: Advance Australia FairAustralia GeographyAustralia MapsAustralia is an island country in the Southern hemisphere and belongs to Oceania/Australia. Australia is referred to as country and as continent as the co...
Gray kangaroos like the forests of Australia and Tasmania, on the other hand. The antilopine kangaroo can be found in the monsoonal eucalyptus woodlands of extreme northern Australia. Tree-kangaroos live in the upper branches of trees in the rainforests of Queensland, as well as on the island ...
Australia wildlife is unique, and often well… pretty darn weird The kangaroo, the duck billed platypus, the dingo, the emu, the cassowary, and the koala are just some of Australia’s unique species that can only be found in Australia. ...
Uluru is one of Australia’s best-known natural landmarks and impressive up close. Here are some interesting Uluru Facts:
Wallabiesare marsupials and members of thekangaroofamily. These large rabbit-like creatures are native to Australia and neighboring islands. Australians often see them hopping about, munching on grass, leaves, and fruit. Have you ever wondered whether wallabies live on continents outside of Australia...
If you want to see wallabies, there’s no need to go to Australia. Youcould also visit Scotland, where a population of up to 60 has lived on an island in Loch Lomond since the 1940s. They’re a popular tourist attraction, but local conservationists believe they should b...