The squirrel glider (Petaurus norfolcensis) is one of the more impressive members of that group. It is bigger than the sugar glider, considerably bigger than the tiny feathertail glider, and capable of covering remarkable distances through the air between trees. It is also almost entirely nocturnal, which is exactly why so few people encounter one.
Few Australian animals stop people in their tracks quite like the Short-beaked Echidna. With its coat of protective spines, long narrow snout, powerful digging claws and extraordinary sticky tongue, this compact creature looks like something pieced together from several different animals — and in many ways, that is exactly what makes it so fascinating.
One of the most rewarding aspects of staying at Murphys Creek Escape is the opportunity to encounter Australia’s remarkable native wildlife in their natural habitat.
Among the most fascinating creatures you might spot during your visit is the Shingleback lizard—a prehistoric-looking reptile that has captured the hearts of Australians for generations.
