Launceston has a very deep and famous gorge with magnificent
walks, bridges, history, and wildlife. Pictured below is a curious
animal called an "Echidna." It's very closely related
to the platypus. It carries its young in a pouch like a kangaroo,
has quills like a porcuipine, and buries its head in the ground
when approached -- fortunately, a minute or so later it will look
up and pose for a quick picture...