Australian Animals:

The Quokka, the Wallaby, and the Kangaroo

By Isaac Strauss

This document is about Australian animals—specifically the quokka, the wallaby, and the kangaroo. These three animals were chosen because they’re all brown, they all hop, and they have long tails. They have a lot in common, and this presentation aims to show you both the differences and more similarities between them. Here are some facts about quokkas, wallabies, and kangaroos.

The quokka is the smallest and happiest-looking of the three. It is neither nocturnal nor diurnal but is active in low-light conditions. Quokkas eat vegetation such as berries and grasses and are considered vulnerable. They are a protected species under Australian law.

The wallaby is the most common and agile of the three. It is mostly nocturnal, though it can sometimes be seen during the day. Wallabies are herbivores, so they don’t eat meat, and they are endangered. Like quokkas, wallabies are also protected species.

The kangaroo is the largest and can hop the farthest. It is active at night and rests in the shade during the day, so it is neither strictly nocturnal nor diurnal. Kangaroos eat grasses, fruits, leaves, and similar vegetation, and they are not endangered. Kangaroos, like the other two animals, are also protected species.

These are just a few facts about quokkas, wallabies, and kangaroos.

Personal Note:

We got to feed wild kangaroos and wallabies at the Moonlit Sanctuary in Australia.