Weighing between 5.5 and 11 pounds, the quokka is the world’s happiest animal. A quokka is about the height of a cat and is the only member of the genus called Setonix. The quokka was discovered in Australia in the late 1600s. You can find most quokkas roaming around the west part of Australia on Rottnest Island. Although fined if you pick up this adorable animal, the quokkas are extremely friendly, especially towards humans. Because of the harmlessness they are classified as “Vulnerable” with bobcats and other threats around. Despite that, quokkas are almost always smiling, making it impossible not to smile back. So whenever you are feeling a little blue, google the quokka and feel that cheesy smile come on your face.
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