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1. This unusual Australian creature lives in water and on land. The male has a pair of spurs behind its leg which can produce venom. What is this animal?
2. This is the largest bird native to Australia. It cannot fly and it cannot move backwards. They can be farmed for meat, oil and leather and they are very closely related to cassowaries. What is this bird?
3. This marsupial can only be found in Tasmania. It is a carnivore, which means it only eats meat. What is this animal?
4. This marsupial is perhaps the most well known Australian animal. It has a large tail and its baby is called a joey. What is this animal?
5. This curious creature looks like an anteater with spikes on its back. These animals are monotremes, which means they are mammals that lay eggs. What is this animal?
6. This marsupial digs burrows to live in. Their pouch faces backwards so that when they are digging the babies don't get dirt all over them. What is this animal?
7. This reptile is an Australian icon. When it is frightened, its famous frill pops out from around its head. What is this animal?
8. This bird is famous for its territorial cry, which makes it sound like it's laughing. What is this loud bird named?
9. These small, cuddly creatures are loved by everyone. They rarely drink water, because the special leaves they eat provide water for them. What is the name of this animal?
10. The male of these copycat birds has an amazingly beautiful tail. They can mimic anything in their environment, like cameras and chainsaws. What is the name of this magnificent bird?
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