Australia’s true enigma, the echidna is one of only three egg-laying mammals on Earth. Found in every habitat across the continent, this remarkable species still holds many secrets yet to be uncovered.

Affectionately known as ‘bulldozers of the bush’, wombats create remarkably large burrow. These underground homes offer perfect protection from extreme climates and predators, ensuring their safety year-round.

Common Wombats are a short, robust marsupial native to south-east Australia and Tasmania

A highly social lizard with impressive natural defences, it lives among rocky outcrops, feeding on insects, flowers, and leaves. When threatened, it wedges into crevices and inflates its body to deter predators.

Tasmanian Devils are primarily solitary animals, living in territories that may intersect other individual’s territories. Each territory will have 3-4 dens, which can be utilised for years, especially by females with young.

Dingoes do not bark as is the case with domestic dogs. The alpha male and female will usually be the only breeding pair in the pack, with other subordinate members assisting in the rearing of pups.

Yellow-footed Rock-wallabies live in colonies of up to 100 individuals, consisting of smaller groups with a dominant male, females and sub-dominant males.

Glossy black cockatoos are among Australia’s rarest. When a chick emerges from its tree hollow, it’s a significant moment not just for the proud parents but for the entire species

Little Penguins live in colonies that can have hundreds of members ashore at one time. From June-August, males will come ashore and renovate old burrows or dig new ones.

Home to the largest collection of quokkas, Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park cares for these charismatic marsupials, famous for their curious personalities and charming smiles that have earned them a reputation as the world’s happiest animals.

Southern Cassowaries are solitary birds, coming together only during breeding season from July-September

Calling all bird lovers to our walk-through Lorikeet enclosure. Enjoy our stunning Lorikeets flying around and possibly even landing on you!

One of Australia’s most threatened birds, this species is a vital focus of national conservation. Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park plays an important role in recovery efforts, helping breed and release individuals back into the wild.

Emus are the world’s second tallest bird, and third heaviest. They are a flightless species- however they do have small wings which they use to cool themselves.

Koalas are not a bear, but are in fact a marsupial. Koalas have thick fur that ranges from very light to very dark grey on the head and body, with white patching on the bottom, chest and ears.

Extremely social birds, woodswallows are uniquely known for perching closely together as a flock. This behaviour not only strengthens social bonds but also conserves energy and retains warmth through the night.

Like other Kangaroo species, Kangaroo Island Kangaroos live in mobs consisting of a dominant male, several adult females and subordinate males, and joeys.

Laughing Kookaburras are very territorial and sedentary, usually living in small family groups which co-operate in raising young and protecting territory