Let’s look at animals living in Australia. This is an interesting topic for kids since Australia is home to some of the most fascinating and unusual animals in the world.
From egg-laying mammals and flightless birds to powerful marsupials and crocodile species found nowhere else, Australian animals are full of surprises. These fun free printable worksheets are designed to help kids learn about animals of Australia in a hands-on, creative way while building early research, writing, and observation skills.
Australia’s native animals have evolved with unique adaptations to suit very different environments, from eucalyptus forests and arid grasslands to freshwater rivers, coral reefs, and coastal wetlands. Many native species live only in mainland Australia or on nearby islands, and some are now considered threatened species due to habitat loss, land clearing, invasive species, feral animals, and climate change. Learning about native wildlife is a great way to spark curiosity and talk about conservation efforts and protecting natural habitat.
Australian Animal Worksheets
This printable set includes 12 Australian animal worksheets. In this first release, you’ll find the first 10 pages ready to explore, with space for children to color, draw, and write about each animal. On every worksheet, kids can trace and write the animal name, color the black-and-white illustration, draw their own picture, and fill in simple facts about the animal, including where it lives in Australia and what kind of habitat it needs.
These worksheets work well for early elementary classrooms, homeschool lessons, wildlife units, or as part of a broader study on animals of Australia. They also pair nicely with books, videos, and visits to wildlife parks or museums.
Crocodile Worksheet
The crocodile is a large reptile that lives in Australia and is often considered one of the most dangerous animals in the country. Northern Australia is home to both freshwater crocodiles and saltwater crocodile species, with saltwater crocodiles being the largest. They have powerful jaws, sharp teeth, and tough scaly skin, and they spend much of their time in rivers, wetlands, and coastal areas, especially in northern Queensland and around places like Kakadu National Park.
Wombat Worksheet
The wombat is a sturdy, ground-dwelling marsupial found across southern Australia and parts of eastern Australia. Common wombats, including the bare-nosed wombat, are about the size of a small dog and have strong claws for digging. They build underground burrows to stay safe and cool and live in forests, grasslands, and bush areas in South Australia, Tasmania, and mainland Australia.
Platypus Worksheet
The platypus is one of Australia’s most unusual mammal species. It has a duck-like bill, webbed feet, and thick waterproof fur. Platypuses are egg-laying mammals, a rare group that also includes echidnas. They live in freshwater rivers and streams along the east coast of Australia and are known for their unique adaptations that help them hunt underwater.
Kangaroo Worksheet
The kangaroo is one of the most well-known Australian animals and the largest marsupial in the world. Red kangaroos have powerful hind legs that allow them to hop long distances, and they use their strong tails for balance. Kangaroos live in grasslands, open forests, and bushland across mainland Australia, including western Australia and Kangaroo Island.
Koala Worksheet
Koalas are tree-dwelling marsupials that live in eucalyptus forests along eastern Australia. They spend most of their time sleeping and eating eucalyptus leaves, which provide both food and moisture. Koalas have strong claws for climbing and rely heavily on healthy forests, making habitat destruction and land clearing a serious threat to their survival.
Quokka Worksheet
The quokka is a small marsupial known for its friendly appearance. It lives mainly on Rottnest Island and small parts of western Australia. Quokkas are small mammals that eat grasses, leaves, and plants and prefer bushland habitats. Their limited range makes them especially vulnerable to habitat loss and introduced predators like feral cats.
Dingo Worksheet
The dingo is a type of wild dog found in Australia. Dingoes have sandy or reddish fur and are highly intelligent hunters. They live in deserts, forests, grasslands, and coastal areas and are considered native wildlife, even though they arrived thousands of years ago. Dingoes play an important role in controlling populations of larger prey and other animals, but they are often misunderstood.
Echidna Worksheet
The echidna, also known as the short-beaked echidna, is another egg-laying mammal native to Australia. It is covered in sharp spines for protection and eats ants and termites using a long, sticky tongue. Baby echidnas, called puggles, are raised in a pouch for a short time. There are different species of echidna found across Australia, living in forests, deserts, and grasslands.
Emu Worksheet
The emu is a large, flightless bird and one of the tallest bird species in the world. Emus cannot fly but are excellent runners, using their long legs to travel great distances. They live in open grasslands, woodlands, and bush areas throughout mainland Australia and are an important part of Australia’s natural and cultural history.
Flying Fox Worksheet
Flying foxes are large fruit bats found across eastern Australia, northern New South Wales, and coastal regions. Despite their name, they are mammals, not foxes. Flying foxes feed on fruit and nectar and play a vital role in pollinating plants and spreading seeds. They are important for healthy ecosystems but are often affected by habitat loss and climate change.
Kookaburra Worksheet
The kookaburra is a well-known Australian bird famous for its loud laughing call. It is a bird species that belongs to the kingfisher family and has a strong beak used to catch insects, small reptiles, and other prey. Kookaburras are found across eastern Australia and parts of southern Australia, often living in forests, woodlands, and even suburban areas. They like to perch on branches while watching for food and are a great example of Australia’s native wildlife adapting to many different environments.
Tasmanian Devil Worksheet
The Tasmanian devil is a carnivorous marsupial and the largest carnivorous marsupial still living today. It is found only in Tasmania and is known for its strong jaws, loud growls, and powerful bite. Tasmanian devils mainly eat meat and play an important role in keeping ecosystems healthy by cleaning up dead animals. They live in forests, coastal scrub, and bushland and are considered a threatened species due to disease, habitat loss, and other environmental pressures.
Download the Australian Animal Worksheets PDF
You can download the full printable PDF to use at home or in the classroom. The set includes all 12 worksheets in a simple, easy-to-print format that works well for coloring, drawing, and writing activities.
Terms of use: Our Australian animals worksheets are free for personal use and classroom use
Why Learning About Australian Animals Matters
Australia’s native animals are found nowhere else in the rest of the world. From carnivorous marsupials like the Tasmanian devil, the largest carnivorous marsupial, to marine mammals like humpback whales, whale sharks, and the Australian sea lion, Australia is home to an incredible range of animal species. Learning about these animals also opens conversations about Indigenous Australians, including Torres Strait Islander peoples, conservation efforts, and how European settlement changed landscapes and wildlife populations.
Understanding habitat loss, endangered species, invasive species, and threatened species helps children see how human actions impact wild animals and why protecting native wildlife matters for a better future.
Books Kids Can Use to Research Australian Animals
To help kids fill in their worksheets, encourage them to use age-appropriate nonfiction books about Australian animals. Look for children’s books from libraries, wildlife parks, and museums like the Australian Museum, which supports world-class research infrastructure and collections of scientific specimens.
Books with clear photos, maps, and short fact sections work especially well for young learners and help children practice finding information in different ways. (affiliate links included)
- The Koala Who Could – A gentle story that introduces kids to koalas and their environment in a fun, relatable way.
- Awesome Australian Animals – A fact-filled introduction to a range of native species with engaging text and photos.
- A‑Z of Australian Animals – Great for younger learners, this book helps kids explore many animals alphabetically.
- Let’s Look & See: Australian Animals – A simple picture guide perfect for early reading and identifying animals.
- An Australian 1,2,3 of Animals – A fun counting and animal book that reinforces early skills while showcasing native wildlife.
- My Boomerang Won’t Come Back! – Features 17 well-known Aussie animals in beautifully illustrated stories.
- Discovering Australian Animals: A Journey Down Under – A slightly more in-depth look at creatures kids are learning about on worksheets.
- One Day On Our Blue Planet: In the Outback – Part of a popular educational series that shows wildlife in their natural Australian habitats.
You can pair these books with our worksheets so kids can look up animal facts, habitats, diets, and adaptations as they complete their pages. They work well for both read-aloud sessions and independent research!
More Australian Animals to Explore
If your children want to continue their research, here are more Australian animals they may enjoy learning about next:
- Sugar gliders
- Southern brown bandicoots
- Rock wallabies
- Brush-tailed phascogales
- Species of quoll
- Freshwater fish species
- Australian box jellyfish
- Eastern brown snake
- Wild dogs
And you could also explore species of lizards, marine mammals, and bird species found across southern Australia and northern Australia.
More Animal Worksheets for Kids
If you enjoyed these Australian animal worksheets, be sure to explore our other animal printables too. They’re a great way to combine learning, creativity, and early research skills.
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