Wombats, the stocky, short-legged diggers that resemble plush toys with power tools, rely on a defense that sounds absurd until you see how effective it is: their backsides. A wombat’s rump is packed ...

Wombat noses and whiskers don't just make them adorable. Both are unique sensory organs essential for navigation, foraging and communication. They're crucial to wombat survival in complex environments ...

Julie is an Associate Editor at Australian Mammalogy, a member of the Australian Mammal Society, and a Director on the Board of The Wombat Foundation. Wombat noses and whiskers don’t just make them ...