Australia

Australia is a continent unlike any other when it comes to wildlife. Isolated for millions of years, it has evolved a remarkable range of species found nowhere else on Earth. From the iconic kangaroo and koala to the elusive platypus and echidna, Australia is home to many marsupials and monotremes—animals that are rare or extinct elsewhere.

Its ecosystems range from tropical rainforests and arid deserts to coral reefs and eucalyptus woodlands, each supporting distinct animal communities. The Great Barrier Reef, for example, hosts thousands of marine species, while the Outback shelters reptiles, birds, and mammals adapted to extreme conditions. Australia’s biodiversity is not only scientifically fascinating but also vital to global conservation efforts.