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Wombats Australia

Wombats in Australia are facing extinction. The northern hairy nosed wombat, although, they have come back from the absolute brink is classed as critically endangered – our generation came perilously close to losing them.  The Southern Hairy Nosed is classified as threatened, and our local guy, known as the common wombat, is classified as near-threatened.

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Wombats in the spotlight

Wombats are creatures of unique and diverse character. They are playful, smart, affectionate, obstinate and stoic. To know a wombat is to know something ancient.

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Babies are called joeys

Just like a baby kangaroo, baby wombats are called Joeys. A joey can remain in its mothers pouch for up-to a year. 

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Burrow flapping

Currently, burrow flapping is one of the most effective techniques we have to combat mange in wombats.

Fun Fact

Did you know that wombat burrows are ancestorial. At the time a mother wombat weans her joey, she will often leave the family burrow and go in search of a new burrow herself because, it is easier for her to dig a new burrow than it is for the juvenile.