Our Animals

Below you can find links to information about some of the animals you can see at Healesville Sanctuary. We will be adding more animals to the list over time, so if your favourite animal isn't featured, check back soon.

 


  • Dingo

    The Dingo is a relative newcomer to the Australian landscape, believed to be a descendant of the Indian wolf (Canis lupus pallipes).

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  • Koala

    The Koala is found in eucalypt forests from south-east Queensland to south-east South Australia. Their diet is almost entirely comprised of leaves from eucalyptus trees.

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  • Platypus

    With a duck bill, beaver-like tail, no teeth, and venomous spur this truly unique Australian was thought to be a hoax when first discovered by Europeans.

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  • Red Kangaroo

    Red Kangaroos are the largest marsupials existing today. Males stand nearly 2.2m tall and weigh around 66kg, while females average 26.5kg.

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  • Tasmanian Devil

    Tasmanian Devils are the largest surviving marsupial carnivores. Early European settlers named them ‘Devils’ due to their screeches, black colour and fierce reputation.

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Adopt a Kangaroo

Adopt a Kangaroo

Adopt any animal at Zoos Victoria from as little as $50 for 12 months.