Top 5 Cutest Animals in Australia: Wild and Sweet Inhabitants Down Under (2024)

If your next big trip is to Australia, you won’t just want to see beautiful and exotic landscapes, but also the adorable animals. If you only think of funny kangaroos and cute koalas Down Under, I have good news for you: Australia has even more incredibly cute animals that you’ll want to hug! In this article on the top 5 cutest animals in Australia, you can find out where you can find them!

Quokka: The One of the Cutest Animals in Australia

Officially the cutest animal in the world, the Quokka belongs to the macropod family and gained great fame when a student took a fantastic photo with this cute little animal. In the photo, the Quokka jumps towards the photographer and smiles – since then, everyone has wanted a selfie with these sweet animals. The Quokkas, which are also called short-tailed kangaroos, are only around 2 ft (60 cm) tall. Most Quokkas for your animal selfie sessions can be found on Rottnest Island. If you are looking for selfie inspiration, just type #quokkaselfies on Instagram – you will find a lovely surprise!

Koala Bear

The koala is probably one of the main animals you associate with Australia (after the kangaroo, of course). However, seeing koalas in the wild is not that easy. The cute animals sit well hidden in their saplings and are relatively lazy, which means that they don’t come out too often. So, patience is the order of the day! If you want to go on a koala discovery tour, I recommend trying your luck on Magnetic Island, the Byron Bay Lighthouse Track, or along the Great Ocean Road.

Wallaby

Wallabies, like the quokkas, belong to the macropod family – although there are 30 species of them. They are smaller than the traditional kangaroos – wallabies are only around 2 – 2.3ft (60 – 70cm) tall and weigh around 26 – 44lbs (12 – 20kg). The small wallabies live in the northern, eastern, and southern coastal regions of Australia. You can find them on Magnetic Island too. If you bring fruit with you, you can attract and feed the mini kangaroos.

Wombat

Wombats look like cute little bears and are among the largest burrowing mammals ever. You can find them in southern and eastern Australia, in the states of South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, and Tasmania. Although these small animals waddle awkwardly through the area, they can run up to 25 mph (40 kph) if necessary. Unfortunately, these animals are twilight and nocturnal, so that you will only see them at a late hour on your next trip to Australia.

Galah

Who said birds couldn’t be cute!? Take a look at the beautiful pink co*ckatoo! This beautiful, pink bird lives in most of Australia – including Tasmania. The pink co*ckatoo is usually out in groups or flocks with companions or other co*ckatoos and often lets out a shrill, two-syllable cry while flying. So, look up more often on your discovery tours!

I hope you found the article on the top 5 cutest animals in Australia enjoyable. From the adorable koalas to the fluffy wombats, these creatures are bound to warm your heart and inspire you to explore the land down under. Whether you’re seeking a furry companion or an exciting wildlife experience, Australia offers something for all.

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