{"id":4367,"date":"2021-07-28T22:06:00","date_gmt":"2021-07-28T14:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/countryairstrips.com.au\/?p=4367"},"modified":"2021-07-28T22:15:46","modified_gmt":"2021-07-28T14:15:46","slug":"rottnest-island-western-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/countryairstrips.com.au\/rottnest-island-western-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"Rottnest Island Western Australia – Home of the amazing Quokka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Rottnest Island in Western Australia is located just 19 kilometres off the coast of Perth. Rottnest Island\u2019s tranquil setting will make you feel worlds away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Rotto, as it\u2019s affectionately called, is easily reached by a short ferry ride from the mainland. It is also car-free, so hire a bicycle once you arrive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This protected nature reserve boasts an abundance of unique flora and fauna. It includes spectacular marine life and, of course, the adorable quokka. Discover rich cultural heritage, explore numerous beaches and bays, swim and snorkel in pristine waters. Don’t forget to meet the happiest animal on earth, all in this little pocket of paradise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rottnest Island<\/a><\/strong> also has a fascinating history to explore and learn about. Read on to discover more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Quokka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The quokka, a marsupial that’s a hit on social media.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Quokka is the only mammal which is native to Rottnest Island. It can be found almost everywhere on the Island. It is mainly nocturnal. This means that it is mostly active at night, preferring to rest or sleep in the shade during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Quokka bounds and hops along the ground although it can climb trees if it needs to. It will sit on its hind legs and use its front paws to search for and pick up food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Island habitat supports the largest known Quokka population and is essential for the survival of species. There are around 10,000-12,000 of these animals living on Rottnest. At all times of the year, there is a high number of Quokkas in the Settlement area. The small marsupials love this area because there is lots of water and food available. They have become one of the main tourist attractions of Rottnest Island. They have a cute appearance and are easy to see and photograph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Rottnest, Quokkas have a short breeding season which happens in late summer. One joey is born around February to April. It remains in the pouch until August or September. The joey suckles from its mother for another two months afterwards. The Quokkas on Rottnest do not breed again in the spring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The History of Rottnest Island<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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