Quokka facts:
- Quokkas are small marsupials, about the size of a domestic cat, and are native to Australia
- Quokkas are known for their friendly and endearing personalities, often referred to the ”happiest animal in the world” due to their smiling faces
- They have become popular on social media, with many people taking ”Quokka selfies”
Sounds:
Quokkas communicate with various vocalizations, including soft clicks, grunts and chortles. When they feel threatened quokka mothers pull their joeys out of their pouches and throw them on the ground where they’ll squeal. They also make a high-pitched ‘Quokka’ sound during reproduction or when alarmed.
Habitat:
Quokkas are found primarily in southwestern Australia particularly on small offshore islands like Rottnest Island Bald Island
Diet:
Quokkas are herbivores and primarily feed on a variety of vegetation including:
- grasses
- leaves
- stems
- bark
- fruits
- berries
Lifespan:
Quokkas live about 10 years in the wild and up to 14 years in captivity
