Numerous native animals of Australia are unique to our planet. Each of them has unique qualities that enable them to endure amid the vast wilderness and severe weather of Australia. The following article provides Videos and Printables on native Australian animals, their lifecycles and reproduction, how they behave in the wild and how the environment can affect wild animals and their habits.
- Kangaroo - In this video, we learn about the different places that kangaroos live, and how they survive together in big mobs.
- Koala - Koalas are an endangered species and need our help to survive. Learn about Koalas in this video.
- Wombat - Wombats are tough animals with strong sturdy legs and thick skin. This video will teach you all about wombats.
- Emu - In this video, we see how stripy emu chicks hatch out of big blue eggs, and then grow quickly into tall, strong adults.
- Echidna - In this video, we learn about how echidnas find food, protect themselves from predators, find mates and look after their babies.
- Dingo - The dingo is a species of wild dog native to Australia. Learn about the different types of dingoes in Australia.
Native Australian Animal Printables
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Australian Animals Flashcards - The Australian Animal Flashcards enable children to recognise Australia's most common animals. Australia's habitats range from deserts, tropical rainforests, grasslands and more and within these habitats live Australia's recognisable animals. Many Australian animals are endemic to the country - meaning that they are only found in Australia. The following flashcards will help children to learn the names of famous Australian animals.
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Australian Animal Colouring Pages - The Australian Animal Colouring Pages enable children to recognise and name common Australian animals. These colouring pages can be used as part of an art and craft experience where children can paint, colour, and collage each Aussie animal.
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Australian Animal Information Posters - The Australian Animal Information Posters enable children to recognise and name Australia's most famous animals. There is also a brief description of each animal that can be read to children to provide them with knowledge about each Australian animal. These are great for the learning environment and to use during circle time discussions.
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Tracing Words - Australian Animals - Encourage children to learn the names of 8 Australian Animals with these vocabulary worksheets. Children will enjoy identifying and learning the names of the animals in the picture and tracing over each letter to write its name. A great school readiness activity for preschoolers to practice their writing skills and to learn new vocabulary.
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Australian Birds Colouring Pages - The Australian Birds Colouring Pages enable children to recognise and colour popular Australian birds. These colouring pages can be painted, collaged and more. These are great for children to begin identifying Australian birds.
Reference:
Our Animals, ABC Education
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