The quokka (Setonix brachyurus), the only member of the genus Setonix, is a small macropod about the size of a domestic cat. Like other marsupials in the macropod family (such as kangaroos and wallabies), the quokka is herbivorous and mainly nocturnal.
Quokkas can be found on some smaller islands off the coast of Western Australia, in particular on Rottnest Island just off Perth and Bald Island near Albany. A small mainland colony exists in the protected area of Two Peoples Bay Nature Reserve, where they co-exist with the critically endangered Gilbert's potoroo.
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ReplyDeleteIt is a strange name for this cute critter. Great photo Nick!
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ReplyDeleteOh my! I've never even heard of this animal. Now I want to do a search and learn more. It's just precious and I love the photo! Hugs!
ReplyDeleteQuokkas are such a delightful sight—unfortunately, I didn't know anything about them when we were in Australia; otherwise, I would have tried to visit Rottnest Island or another place where they live. But at least we managed to see wombats in the wild in Tasmania—that was cute and exciting at the same time!
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