Australian Animals
Marsupials: In Australia, many animals carry their babies in pouches. Kangaroos hop around with joeys in their pouches, and koalas snuggle their babies in tree homes.
Unique Mammals: Australia has animals like the platypus and echidna that lay eggs! They're special because most mammals around the world don't lay eggs.
Camouflage: Some Australian animals, like the leaf-tailed gecko, look just like leaves or rocks to hide from other animals. It helps them stay safe!
American Animals
Big Predators: In America, you can find big animals like grizzly bears and mountain lions. They're strong hunters and important for keeping the ecosystem balanced.
Hoofed Friends: Animals like bison and elk have big hooves and live in large groups called herds. They roam through forests and grasslands together.
Colorful Birds: America is home to amazing birds like bald eagles and hummingbirds. Some birds travel long distances every year!
What's Different?
Where They Live: Australian animals live in a place with lots of sunshine and unique plants. American animals live in forests, mountains, and big open spaces.
How They Look: Australian animals have pouches and strange-looking mammals. American animals are often bigger and have different ways to survive.
Both Australia and America have special animals that help make each place unique and wonderful!