What type of environment do crocodiles mainly inhabit in Australia?
Freshwater rivers, swamps and coastal areas
True or False: Wombats have cube shaped droppings?
True
False
What do Koalas eat?
Eucalyptus leaves
Which Australian bird is known for its distinctive laugh?
The kookaburra
Only two mammals in the world lay eggs. Name either of the two.
Echidna or platypus
The platypus is nocturnal. What does the word nocturnal mean?
It comes out at night to feed.
How do Echidnas protect themselves?
They curl into a ball and use their spines for protection.
What is the name of this colourful bird that feeds on nectar?
The rainbow lorikeet
Where are Tasmanian devils found?
Tasmania
True or false: Koalas are bears.
True
False
What kind of animal is a Frill-necked lizard?
A reptile
What is a baby kangaroo called?
A joey
When was the last time someone in Australia died of a spider bite ?
2001
2011
1991
1981
Which Australian carnivore has a slim body and is known for its speed?
The dingo
Where do joeys spend the first 6 months of their lives?
In their mother’s pouch.
How many bones do sharks have?
Zero
What are these birds called?
Pelicans
What is this bird called?
A cassowary
True or false: Platypuses can breathe underwater.
True
False
What is the difference between a wallaby and a kangaroo?
Wallabies are smaller and less powerful.
How high can a kangaroo jump?
Up to 3 metres
Bluey is a famous Australian cartoon. What kind of animal is Bluey?
A dog
What is special about a green tree frog?
It can change colour depending on its surroundings.
How long do Koalas sleep for each day?
18-20 hours
How many toes does an Emu have?
Six (3 on each foot)
What is the largest marsupial in the world?
The Rainbow Kangaroo
The Blue Kangaroo
The Red Kangaroo
What do Echidnas love to eat?
Termites and ants
True or False: Sharks are mammals.
True
False.
True or False: The emu is the national animal of Australia.
True
False
What is the name of this marsupial?
A wombat
Tasmanian devils can see better at night. True or False?
False
True
Are Emus flightless?
Yes
No
What do Tasmanian devils eat?
Lizards, frogs, insects and other small animals.
The emu is the second largest bird in the world. What’s the largest?
The ostrich
Which Australian bird is known for its impressive feathers and high intelligence ?
The cockatoo
True or false: All Australian spiders are dangerous.
False, most are harmless.
How do snakes breathe?
They breathe through their tongue.