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Quokka (Setonix brachyurus) is a small marsupial belonging to the kangaroo family, native to the southwestern region of Western Australia. This species is commonly referred to as “the world’s happiest animal” and is typically concentrated in predator-free areas such as Rottnest Island. Habitat and Distribution The species Setonix brachyurus survives in several isolated mainland populations along the southwestern coast of Western Australia. These populations are surrounded by conservation areas a

The marine iguana (Amblyrhynchus cristatus) is the only marine reptile species endemic to the Galápagos Islands and the only iguana species in the world adapted to a marine environment. Evolving from land iguanas, this species has adapted to life in the sea and holds great significance for studies on biological diversity and adaptation. However, the survival of marine iguanas is increasingly threatened by habitat destruction, climate change, and human activities. This situation necessitates urge