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Quokka
Setonix brachyurus
The Quokka is a small marsupial native to southwestern Australia, most famously found on Rottnest Island. Known for their friendly nature and 'smiling' appearance, quokkas possess rounded faces, short ears, and a compact, stocky build. They are nocturnal, spending their nights f…
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- Quokkas can breed twice a year and, like other marsupials, can pause embryo development if conditions are unfavorable—a process called embryonic diapause.
- Quokkas are known for their photogenic 'smiles', earning them the nickname 'the world's happiest animal.' They can survive long periods without drinking water, obtaining moisture from their plant-based diet. Quokkas are one of the few marsupials that can climb small trees and shrubs.
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