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The Echidna or the spiny eater is one of the rare species
of monotremes in the world. It is mostly found in the
Australian state of Tasmania. The Echidna has been successful
in mak9ing its presence felt in the lives of the Australians
by roaming around the whole place, without any restrictions.
The Echidnas are the most cared for amongst all the
wildlife animals in Australia. So, if you veer encounter
an Echidna in your journey then remember to make way
for it or give way to it. After all, if special creatures
do require special treatment!
These tiny creatures have a maximum weight of 5 kilograms
and are 30 to 45 cm in length. The echidna protects
its small body with the help of the cream colored spines
which make them look like a bundle of needles.
The Echidna is mostly found in Tasmania, though it
is also common in the other regions of Australia like
in open moorlands and forests. The Echidna is a very
shy type of a creature and moves around mostly, looking
down. It lives on termites and ants and all kinds of
worms that it finds.
The most important part of the Echidna is that it has
no been affected by the land clearing in Australia like
the other wild animals. The Echidna also served as food
for the aboriginals. But in the recent times it has
been protected from consumption by wildlife law.
The Echidna is one of the sweetest creatures that you
can find in Tasmania. But be a little careful; don't
try to touch them without protection as the spines might
cause local infection.
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