Northern Hairy-nosed Wombat

  About The critically endangered northern hairy-nosed wombat ( Lasiorhinus krefftii) is Queensland, Australia’s most endangered species with only an estimated 315 alive. The northern hairy-nosed wombat is one of three species of marsupials known as wombats that are extant Australian species. They are distinguishable from the other species (the common wombat and the southern hairy-nosed wombat) by their pointer ears and broader muzzle. Wombats are heavily built creatures with long claws used for burrowing. Their body averages one meter long and 35cm high. They are covered in dark grey fur with a protruding furry nose as well. These animals have poor eyesight, so their noses are very important for their survival. Habitat—savanna or grassland The northern hairy-nosed wombat requires grass and deep sandy soil to burrow in—which are usually in eucalypt woodlands. These animals spend time above and underground. They used to be abundant in New South Wales before the settlement of the...