Australian Animals: Dangerous, Unique and Cuddly
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Australian Animals: Dangerous, Unique and Cuddly

Today, we’re going on an extraordinary trip across Australia, a land with a personality as big as the wide, blue sky above the Outback. A Land Down Under Like No Other Australia, this dreamy, sun-kissed land down under, is famed for its staggering diversity of animals. We’re not just talking about Australian animals like kangaroos…

The Gentle Giant of Australia: Freshwater Crocodile

The Gentle Giant of Australia: Freshwater Crocodile

You know, they say nothing prepares you for face-to-face contact with a crocodile. But when I first saw a pair of eyes break the surface of a calm river in Northern Australia, the sensation was more awe than fear. Thus began my encounters with the Freshwater Crocodile. Freshie Up Close – Describing the Freshwater Crocodile…

Australian water dragon – the largest dragon lizard

Australian water dragon – the largest dragon lizard

The Australian water dragon is the largest dragon lizard native to Eastern Australia. It is not as big as the Yellow Spotted Monitor, but it has an interesting, confronting look. It is very easy to be spotted in parks around Sydney or Brisbane. Interestingly, they are not scared of humans and are easy to tame….

Yellow Spotted Monitor – big laying eggs lizard

Yellow Spotted Monitor – big laying eggs lizard

Many times during our trips we spot goannas basking on the rocks or crossing the roads. They are also called monitor lizards or varanids. There are 28 species of goannas in Australia. The Yellow Spotted Monitor, also known as the Ridgetail Monitor, is a large lizard species found in Australia and parts of Papua New…

Northern Dwarf Tree Frog – a little beauty

Northern Dwarf Tree Frog – a little beauty

The Northern Dwarf Tree Frog, scientifically known as Litoria bicolor, is a small and colorful amphibian that is native to Australia. These frogs are generally found in the tropical regions of northern Australia, including the Northern Territory and Western Australia. The species is commonly found in forested areas near still waters, such as ponds and…

Infamous Australian Saltwater Crocodile (Saltie)

Infamous Australian Saltwater Crocodile (Saltie)

Saltwater crocodiles, also known as “salties” or estuarine crocodiles, are the largest living reptiles in the world. These crocodiles can grow up to 7 meters and are commonly found in Northern Australia. However, female crocodiles are significantly smaller than males and typically reach an average length of around 3 meters. Salties are often referred to…