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