The Common Wombat (Vombatus ursinus)
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Family: Vombatus Description: The Common Wombat is a large marsupial. It is herbivorous & lives in large burrows it digs with its powerful claws. Distribution: The Common Wombat is found in southeastern Australia. It feeds on native grasses in forested & often mountainous areas. Despite the number of burrows that might be seen wombat populations are not very dense. Comments: Usually nocturnal but can be active during the day in winter. Unusually, Wombats have a backward facing pouch, perhaps to keep dirt out while digging burrows. Sightings:
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