An egg-laying mammal named in honor of Sir David Attenborough has been rediscovered after it was thought extinct for more than 60 years. This extremely strange animal is just one of two extant mammal species on Earth that lays eggs. According to the conservation org Re:wild, it’s one of just five surviving species of monotreme, […]
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They sense electric fields, tolerate snow and have ‘mating trains’: 4 reasons echidnas really are remarkable
Many of us love seeing an echidna. Their shuffling walk, inquisitive gaze and protective spines are unmistakable, coupled with the coarse hair and stubby beak. They look like a quirky blend of hedgehog and anteater. But they’re not related to these creatures at all. They’re even more mysterious and unusual than commonly assumed. Australia has […]
Driver Captures Stunning Video of Elusive Echidnas Emerging from the Fog
The Australian wilderness is renowned for its rich and diverse wildlife. Recently, a remarkable and incredibly rare wildlife sighting has been making waves, captivating the attention of nature enthusiasts on TikTok. Richard Waldron and Shannon Lee, employees of the Tasmanian Rover Ski Club in Ben Lomond National Park, were fortunate enough to witness and record […]
Extremely rare albino echidna named Raffie is found roaming the streets – but you must not approach it
One of Australia’s most rarely seen marsupials has been spotted – but locals have been warned to stay away. Bathurst Regional Council, which sits in central west NSW, posted photos of a snow white albino echidna, which an employee had come across. ‘We thought he is just too beautiful not to share, and particularly rare […]
Tiny, Spiny Mammal Finds Interesting Ways to Stay Cool in the Heat
We all have tricks for keeping cool when it gets a bit too toasty out. Maybe it’s a wet cloth on our necks or a kiddie pool with some cold water for our feet. A spiny, egg-laying mammal found in Australia and New Guinea has its own tricks. The echidna, which has a lower body […]