Wombats are Australian marsupials; they're short-legged, muscular quadrupeds, approximately one metre (39 inches) in length with a very short tail. They are found in forested, mountainous, and heathland areas of south-eastern Australia and Tasmania. The name wombat comes from the Eora Aboriginal community who were the original human inhabitants of the Sydney area. Characteristics Wombats dig extensive burrow systems with rodent-like front teeth and powerful claws. Although mainly crepuscular… (More on Wombats)