Short Beaked Echidna

The Short-Beaked Echidna (or Tachyglossus aculeatus) is one of the only five Monotremes in the World. There are 3 more Echidna species and 1 different monotreme called the Platypus and is found around Australia.

Appearance
The Short-beaked Echidna is easily recognised by its sharp spines, short legs and long snout and small eyes.

Predator and Prey
Echidnas eat Insects only. Tasmanian Devils and Dingoes eat them and Tasmanian Tigers most likely ate them as well.

Location
Short-beaked Echidnas are found all across Australia

Where to see them
Most Zoos in Australia. They are very Territorial.