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The quokka (/ ˈ k w ɒ k ə /) (Setonix brachyurus) [4] is a small macropod about the size of a domestic cat. It is the only member of the genus Setonix. Like other marsupials in the macropod family (such as kangaroos and wallabies), the quokka is herbivorous and mainly nocturnal. [5] The quokka's range is a small area of southwestern Australia.
Macropodidae is a family of marsupials that includes kangaroos, wallabies, tree-kangaroos, wallaroos, pademelons, quokkas, and several other groups.These genera are allied to the suborder Macropodiformes, containing other macropods, and are native to the Australian continent (the mainland and Tasmania), New Guinea and nearby islands.
A predator of a wide variety of small animals, the laughing kookaburra typically waits perched on a branch until it sees an animal on the ground and then flies down and pounces on its prey. [3] Its diet includes lizards, insects, worms, snakes, mice and it is known to take goldfish out of garden ponds.
Image: Twitter Even though they may essentially just be giant, glorified guinea pig's, one thing's for sure: Capybaras are the Taylor Swift of the animal kingdom -- they roll deep.
The genus Dacelo was introduced by English zoologist William Elford Leach in 1815. [6] The type species is the laughing kookaburra. [1] The name Dacelo is an anagram of alcedo, the Latin word for a kingfisher. [7]
Reindeer are very friendly and welcoming animals that have helped humans in many ways for thousands of years. From simple companions to sled-pullers, reindeer are still used for many activities today.
These friendly animals will be part of the Garlic & Goats Festival in Wilkeson on August 21, 2022. ... family-friendly event featuring a farmers market, goat petting zoo and garlic growing lessons
Macropodinae is a subfamily of marsupials in the family Macropodidae, which includes the kangaroos, wallabies, and related species.The subfamily includes about ten genera and at least 51 species.