AustraliaEndemic to Australia, the Wombat is a herbivore species inhabiting forests, grasslands habitats. Weighing 20–35 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Wombat | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 27.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 77% |
| Height | 101 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 20 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 50% |
| Avg Speed | 20 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Wombat inhabits forests, grasslands habitats. It can be found in Australia.
Typical coloring: Brown, Gray.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Wombat is a solitary species belonging to the Vombatidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Wombat is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Wombat’s weight of 20–35 kg is significantly lower than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #25 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Wombat weigh?
A Wombat typically weighs 20–35 kg, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Wombat?
The Wombat is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Wombat live?
The Wombat is found in Australia, in forests, grasslands habitats.
How does the Wombat reproduce?
The Wombat has a gestation period of 126–138 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026