On this day, 27 August 1970, South Australia officially adopted the Southern Hairy‑Nosed Wombat as its faunal emblem.
Native to the state’s arid inland regions, the species was chosen for its resilience, uniqueness, and connection to South Australia’s environment. Its adoption marked one of the earliest moves by an Australian state to formally recognise and celebrate its native wildlife.
A proud symbol of South Australia’s environment and identity.
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