When you think of Australia what pops into your mind?
This land down under has unique flora and fauna and I think the kangaroo is one of the symbols that people associate with Australia.
Everyone who comes here thinks the Koala is so cute and cuddly.
They look so harmless, but beware they have very sharp claws.
Never smile at a crocodile, they can jump and also run, so keep well away from the water’s edge in the tropical parts of Australia…
The dingo looks like the family pet, but don’t be tempted to pat him, he has a nasty temper.
As for the Tasmanian Devil, he is devil in name and devil in nature. Its oversize head houses sharp teeth and strong, muscular jaws that can deliver, pound for pound, one of the most powerful bites of any mammal.
The snake is another of the scary creatures that live in Australia. This one was living in a tree in my back yard.
Python
There are also birds and maybe one of the most colourful is the lorikeet. They travel in large flocks and though they look beautiful they have a very loud screechy voice.
The kookaburra’s raucous laugh is, to me, the symbol and sound of Australia.
