Least Concern
Wombat (Common)
Vombatus ursinus
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About
The common wombat is a short-legged, muscular marsupial native to Australia. They are excellent diggers and create complex burrow systems. Wombats are nocturnal and spend most of their day underground.
Habitat
Forests and grasslands of southeastern Australia and Tasmania
Diet
Herbivorous - grasses, roots, and bark
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Fun Facts
- Wombats have cube-shaped feces, which they use to mark their territory.
- Their powerful claws and strong shoulders make them excellent diggers.
- Wombats have a backward-facing pouch to prevent dirt from entering while digging.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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