What animals live at Kakadu?
Meet some of our wildlife
- Agile wallaby.
- Crocodiles.
- File snake.
- Flatback turtle.
- Flying fox.
- Leichhardt’s grasshopper.
- Northern brown bandicoot.
- Northern quoll.
What is a Kakadu animal?
Kakadu is home to 2,000 plant species, around one-third of all Australian bird species and about one-fifth of all Australian mammals. Some of these animals are threatened or endangered and many aren’t found anywhere else in the world. And there are other species still waiting to be discovered.
Are there koalas in Kakadu?
Kakadu has over two thousand different plant species littered within. Australia’s most beloved animals live within, such as the famous Kangaroo, Koala, Crocodile, and dingo all roaming around.
Are there possums in Kakadu?
There are around 60 species of mammals hidden throughout Kakadu. With the more well-known animals including wallabies, wombats, and possums, whereas the more usual animals include Sugar gliders, Brush-tailed phascogales and Northern quolls.
Is Kakadu a savanna?
The savanna woodlands, sometimes referred to as the lowlands, make up nearly 80 per cent of Kakadu. They consist mostly of eucalypts and tall grasses and support a greater variety of plants and animals than any other habitat in Kakadu.
Where are the crocodiles in Kakadu?
Where to see it. See crocodiles safely on a commercial cruise on the East Alligator River or Yellow Water (Ngurrungurrudjba) Billabong. Another option is to watch them from a high platform like the Cahills Crossing viewing platform or Yellow Water boardwalk.
Are there kangaroos in Kakadu?
There are no kangaroos in Kakadu National Park, but there are a few other species of macropods in the park. The bigger ones are the three species of wallaroo: the antilopine wallaroo, black wallaroo and common wallaroo. In fact, agile wallabies are some of the most common mammals in the Northern Territory parks.
Are there snakes in Kakadu?
Apart from the crocodiles, Kakadu is home to a few species of venomous snakes, including Northern Brown snake, Mulga or King Brown snake, Northern Death Adder, and Great Black Whipsnake. In contrast to what some may think, snakes are not out to get you. They would only attack if provoked.
How many buffalo are there in Kakadu?
In Kakadu National Park, the number was reduced from about 20 000 animals in 1988 to less than 250 animals in 1996. The current population of water buffalo in the Northern Territory is now estimated at 80 000 animals (Clive McMahon, pers.
How many animals are in Kakadu National Park?
Discover a World Heritage-listed national park fed by pristine river systems and alive with the calls of over 280 bird species. From floodplains and billabongs to rugged stone country, the diverse landscapes of Kakadu and Arnhem Land are home to one fifth of Australia’s mammals and over 2000 plant species.
Is it safe to swim in Kakadu National Park?
The answer is a; yes you can! But with caution and never alone. You can download the Parks Australia Kakadu water safety guide here for more information. Danger levels can vary depending on it being wet or dry season and many areas are closed off during the tropical wet season.
Are there saltwater crocodiles in Kakadu?
There are around 10,000 crocodiles in Kakadu – that’s 10% of all the crocs in the Northern Territory! We have two types: freshwater crocs and the ‘salties’ (saltwater crocodiles). Salties have a broader snout and no scutes.
How many species of animals are in Kakadu?
Kakadu is home to 2,000 plant species, around one-third of all Australian bird species and about one-fifth of all Australian mammals. Some of these animals are threatened or endangered and many aren’t found anywhere else in the world.
What kind of environment does Kakadu National Park have?
The park’s World Heritage-listed landscapes change dramatically from one end of the park to the other, encompassing mangrove-lined coastlines, sweeping stone country and endless floodplains and wetlands. Its savanna woodlands and lowlands, which make up about 80% of the park, house a huge variety of plants and animals.
What kind of snakes are in Kakadu National Park?
Kakadu Snakes The snakes in Kakadu are as abundant as they are diverse. One of the most interesting species found in the park is the aquatic File snake. It takes its name from its rough, file-like skin that helps the snake grip its slippery aquatic prey.
Are there any crocodiles in Kakadu National Park?
Yes, two species of crocodiles occur in Kakadu: Freshwater crocodile ( Crocodylus johnstonii) and Estuarine or Saltwater crocodile ( Crocodylus porosus ), affectionately known as the Salty. Is it safe to swim in Kakadu? No. Kakadu’s waterways are not suitable for swimming. Apart from the danger of flash flooding, there are crocodiles to consider.