Critters of Australia & Oceania

No place has stranger critters than Australia and Oceania. Kangaroos hop open plains, koalas nap in eucalyptus trees, and wombats tunnel underground. Platypuses and echidnas blur the line between mammals and something else entirely.

Offshore, reefs sparkle with fish, rays, sea turtles, and even saltwater crocodiles. The critters of this region are proof that nature gets wildly creative when left on its own.

Green Sea Turtle Facts: Gentle Grazers of the Ocean

Discover the incredible world of the green sea turtle — from their plant-based diet and epic migrations to how long they can hold their breath and why they matter. Explore facts, threats, and how to help protect this gentle ocean giant.

Learn All About Turtles

Learn all about turtles in this detailed guide packed with turtle facts, types of turtles, what they eat, where they live, and how they differ from tortoises.