Australia
10 questions tagged Australia — spanning every one of the seven Ws.
Where is the Great Barrier Reef?
The Great Barrier Reef lies off the northeast coast of Australia and is the largest living structure on Earth, visible from space.
When did the Sydney Opera House open?
Queen Elizabeth II officially opened the Sydney Opera House on 20 October 1973.
Where do koalas live?
Koalas live in the eucalyptus forests and woodlands of eastern and south-eastern Australia.
Where do kangaroos live?
Kangaroos live across mainland Australia, and tree-kangaroos also live in the rainforests of New Guinea.
Where do platypuses live?
Platypuses live in freshwater rivers, streams and lakes in eastern Australia, including Tasmania.
How Do Kangaroos Hop So Efficiently?
Kangaroos hop efficiently because their long tendons store energy like springs with each landing and release it on the next bounce.
What is a marsupial?
A marsupial is a mammal that gives birth to tiny, underdeveloped young, which usually continue growing inside their mother's pouch.
When did people first arrive in Australia?
Archaeological evidence shows people reached Australia at least 50,000 years ago, and some sites suggest as early as about 65,000 years ago.
Where is Lake Hillier, the pink lake?
Lake Hillier is on Middle Island in the Recherche Archipelago, off the south coast of Western Australia near Esperance.
Where do quokkas live?
Quokkas live only in south-western Western Australia, with their largest populations on Rottnest Island and Bald Island.