Aussie Exclusives: 6 Animals Found ONLY in Australia

13th April, 2024 TANISHA ROY TANISHA ROY

1: Koala

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2: Kangaroo

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3: Platypus

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4: Wombat

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5: Echidna

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6: Quokka

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