Word Scramble: Australian Animals

Wallabies have a built-in detoxification system, so they can eat toxic plants.

The echidna is one of two mammals that lay eggs rather than giving birth to live young.

Platypuses lack teeth and instead use plates in their jaws to grind up food.

Kangaroos can't hop backwards.

Cassowaries have a 5-inch claw on their inner toe, which they use for defense.

Saltwater crocodiles have the strongest bite of any living animal.

Koalas have two “thumbs” on each front paw that help them climb trees.

Kookaburra calls sound like human laughter.

Cockatoos can live for around 40 years in the wild, but in captivity, some species can live up to 100 years.

Quokkas are known as the "happiest animal on Earth" due to their naturally smiling expression.