SYDNEY (Reuters) - To most of the world, the enduring image of Australia's bushfires has been injured koalas, but for former teacher John Creighton, the impact has been far worse for the native wombat ...

They build extensive burrow networks and don’t seem to mind when other woodland creatures use them as flameproof bunkers. By Darren Incorvaia It was a tale that seemed too good to be true, and in fact ...

Wombats are incredibly cute little creatures. They are almost like little furry little piggies. If you look at one waddle around for a few minutes, we guarantee that you will experience cuteness ...

Wombat: A short-legged, muscular quadrupedal marsupial that is native to Australia. On average, wombats are 3.3 feet long and weigh 55 to 88 pounds. The wombat is the world’s largest burrowing animal ...

October 22 is International Wombat Day, the perfect time to celebrate one of Australia’s most endearing, yet often underappreciated, marsupials. With their chunky bodies, teddy bear faces, and ...