These creatures are native to south-eastern Australia, including Tasmania. Unlike other marsupials, their pouches face backwards, allowing them to dig underground without becoming filled with dirt. Wombats are herbivores and a group of wombats its known as a wisdom. This wombat is part of the Wild Safari Wildlife Collection, which includes some of the most intriguing animals, large and small, still found in the wild all over the world. Like all Safari Ltd products, the Wild Safari Wildlife Wombat has been individually hand painted, features quality construction from phthalate and lead-free materials, and includes an educational hangtag in 5 languages. Realistic, educational, and fun, it is suitable for a range of interests, from collectors and enthusiasts to teachers and kids. Measures 6.4cm L x 3.8cm H. For ages 3 and up.