Quokkkas are small, furry animals that have become famous online as the “world’s happiest animal” and are one of the reasons people head out to Rottnest Island, about 20 miles west of Perth. Quokkas ...

Humans are causing enormous damage to the Earth, and about 1 million plant and animal species are now at risk of extinction. Keeping track of what's left is vital to conserving biodiversity.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If Australia is renowned for one thing, it's the proportion of highly dangerous animals that populate the continent. The three ...

The distressing new estimate considers animals killed in the fires and those that will die from indirect causes, like starvation and dehydration Kelli Bender is the Pets Editor at PEOPLE. She has been ...

When I happened to turn on the TV, instead of the "Real English Conversation" I had recorded, an episode of "Earth Dramatic" about Australian animals was playing.Since it was a good opportunity, I ...

Some of the most heart-wrenching images from the bushfires involve injured koalas, kangaroos and more. But there are ways humans can help. Australia’s animal population is unquestionably special. Many ...

Am I not pretty enough? This article is part of The Conversation’s series introducing you to unloved Australian animals that need our help. Australia is set to host the 2032 Olympic games in ...

Humans are causing enormous damage to the Earth, and about one million plant and animal species are now at risk of extinction. Keeping track of what’s left is vital to conserving biodiversity.