10 Facts about Australia
By: Kate Choe
Kangaroo Meat
Kangaroos have proliferated to the extent that culling is often called for. Kangaroo meat is low fat and has rich games flavor.
My Kosciusko
The highest mountain on mainland Australia is Mt Kosciusko, standing 2228m (7310ft) above sea level.
Polulation
Australia population (2013) is 23.13
Longest fence
The longest fence in the world is in Australia, it runs for over 5,530
The mysterious Platypus
The mysterious platypus has a venom strong enough to kill a dog.
Different species of kangaroos
There are over 60 different species of kangaroos
Australia's inactive volcanoes
Australia is the only continent without an active volcano
6th largest country
Australia is the 6th largest country by size, a massive 2.9 million square miles.
Camels
1 million camels roam the Australian desserts. They were originally brought over to help with railroad construction.
Gambling
More than 80% of Australian participate in gambling of some kind