large rodents with spines for defense. Similar to hedgehogs, echidnas, and tenrecs. Quills can't be hurled, but regenerate.
social, astute, entertaining creatures found in arid regions. They eat insects, communicate through calls, and face few threats.
solitary, shy, brown to grey, mate in groups. Can bond with humans, prefer younger individuals, less territorial.
insectivorous mammal, shy five of Africa, eats termites, tough tongue for surviving termite bites.
unique Australian mammal, semi-aquatic, egg-laying, shy, pairs, maternal care.
cousins to weasels, have black & white fur, emit strong stink when threatened, live independently or share dens with females.
Solitary and elusive, leopards are desirable bachelors in diverse habitats, but face threats from habitat loss and fragmentation.
Solitary koalas value peace, embrace trees, have territories, ride on mothers' backs, fight males, eat eucalyptus, sleep 20 hours, bond with offspring, and use bellows.