Rare Birth of Endangered Hairy-Nosed Wombat In Australia

The population of one of the world’s rarest species has been boosted with the birth of a northern hairy-nosed wombat joey, Australian wildlife officials said Wednesday. The arrival of the furry marsupial comes as a conservation programme to save the animal — which numbers just 250 in the wild — gathers steam. The joey emerged … Read more

George the Wombat Turns One, Warms Hearts Again

An orphan baby wombat who warmed the hearts of the world in a viral Facebook video viewed 40 million times has turned one, with his latest exploits also proving a huge hit. George was still in his mum’s pouch when she was hit and killed by a car last year. Luckily, a passer-by found the … Read more