Tachyglossus Aculeatus Collection

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus). Francois Peron National Park, Shark Bay, Western Australia. October

Australian wildlife, lithograph, published in 1897
Australian wildlife: 1) Eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus); 2) Tree-kangaroo; 3) Tasmanian tiger, or Tasmanian wolf (Thylacinus cynocephalus)

Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an
FLO4988059 Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Col

Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an
FLO4650611 Echidna or spiny anteater, Tachyglossus aculeatus (Echidna setosa). Handcoloured steel engraving by Lizars after an illustration by Charles Hamilton Smith from William Jardine's

Short-beaked echidna, Tachyglossus aculeatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's
FLO4660142 Short-beaked echidna, Tachyglossus aculeatus. Handcoloured copperplate engraving from Rene Primevere Lesson's Complements de Buffon, Pourrat Freres, Paris

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) with muddy face, emerging from burrow, Jervis Bay, New South Wales, Australia

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus), Bruny Island, Tasmania, Australia, November

Australian Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) head portrait, Kangaroo Island, South Australia State, Australia

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) digging, Tasmania, Australia

Kangaroo island echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus multiaculeatus), a sub-species of the mainland species, crosses a dirt road. Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia. Endemic

Echidna
A short-beaked echidna; tachyglossus aculeatus; photographed in a studio

Tachyglossus aculeautus, Short-nosed Echidna, side view

Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) in undergrowth, Victoria, Australia

Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus), an oviparous mammal of Australia
Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus), Australia

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus)
Illustration of a Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus)

Tachyglossus aculeautus, Short-nosed Echidna, side view

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus)

Australia, Victoria, Short-beaked Echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) in Point Nepean National Park

Short-nosed Echidna, Tachyglossus aculeatus, pointing its nose to the ground in forest, front view

Exotic mammals, 19th century C015 / 6105
Exotic mammals, 19th-century artwork. From upper left to lower right: a three-toed sloth (Bradypus tridactylus); a nine-banded armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus)

Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus). The echidna is also known as the spiny anteater and it is found throughout Australia and in the highland regions of southwestern New Guinea

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"Tachyglossus aculeatus: A Fascinating Australian Wildlife Species" This captivating lithograph, published in 1897, showcases the enigmatic Short-beaked echidna (Tachyglossus aculeatus) in all its glory. Found across various regions of Australia, this unique mammal continues to intrigue researchers and nature enthusiasts alike. In Francois Peron National Park, Shark Bay, a muddy-faced Short-beaked echidna emerges from its burrow. Its spiky exterior serves as both protection and camouflage against predators in Jervis Bay, New South Wales. Meanwhile, on Bruny Island, Tasmania, an adorable specimen was captured during November - a testament to the species' adaptability. A head portrait of an Australian Short-beaked Echidna on Kangaroo Island reveals intricate details that make it stand out among other creatures. Known for being oviparous mammals – laying eggs instead of giving birth – these remarkable animals challenge traditional classifications. Witnessing a Short-beaked echidna digging through the earth is truly awe-inspiring. In Tasmania's rugged terrain or even on Kangaroo Island's diverse landscapes, their tenacity shines through as they search for food and create new habitats. The multiaculeatus subspecies found exclusively on Kangaroo Island adds another layer of uniqueness to this already extraordinary creature. Their presence contributes to the island's rich biodiversity and reminds us of nature's ability to surprise us at every turn. Visiting Cleland Wildlife Park in Adelaide offers an opportunity to encounter these intriguing creatures up close. Also known as spiny anteaters due to their resemblance with porcupines or hedgehogs but are not related at all; they provide visitors with a chance to appreciate Australia's incredible wildlife diversity firsthand.