Watch a Rescued Baby Wombat Frolic and Get Tickled
Dec. 1, 2016 - George, a
wombat joey, was 4-months-old when his mother was hit and killed by car. Fortunately
he was rescued and brought to the Australian Reptile Park in New South Wales, Australia. Now George’s new life involves chasing the park’s general manager Tim Falkner around, who returns the favor by giving plenty of cuddles and tickles to the playful marsupial.
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Meet George the wombat. George became an orphan at 4 monthsold when his mother was hit and killed by car.
He was rescued and brought to the Australian Reptile Park in New South Wales, Australia. 0:26 - Wombats are marsupials that are found in Australia and Tasmania.
George’s new life involves chasing the park’s general manager Tim Faulkner around. He also receives plenty of cuddles and tickles.
In the wild, a wombat joey would remain in the pouch for six to eight months. So the park’s keepers use a soft pillowcase-like sack to help George feel safe and secure.