1. Meet the baby wombat: Born tiny and blind, baby wombats are called joeys and spend months safely tucked inside their mother’s pouch. (Image: Canva)
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2. Pouch Life: For the first six months, joeys stay warm and protected in the pouch, growing steadily before venturing outside. (Image: Canva)
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3. First Peek: When around six months old, baby wombats cautiously peek from the pouch, exploring their surroundings for the first time. (Image: Canva)
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4. Soft Fur Emerges: At this stage, the joey’s fur begins to grow, providing warmth and camouflage as it starts seeing the outside world. (Image: Canva)
5. Bond with Mother: The bond between joey and mother remains strong, with frequent cuddles, nursing, and guidance for exploring new environments. (Image: Canva)
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6. Playful Adventures: Young wombats engage in playful rolling, chasing and mock digging, honing coordination and strength for adult life. (Image: Canva)
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7. Independent Foraging: As they grow, joeys start nibbling grass and roots, learning to forage under their mother’s watchful eyes. (Image: Canva)
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8. Growing Fast: Joeys grow rapidly, preparing to leave the pouch completely while remaining close to their mother for safety. (Image: Canva)
9. Camouflage Skills: Soft fur patterns help baby wombats blend with leaf litter and soil, teaching early lessons in natural camouflage and predator avoidance. (Image: Canva)
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10. Climbing small hills: Joeys practice climbing gentle slopes near burrows, building muscles and confidence for life in hilly or rugged terrain. (Image: Canva)
