I spent the last couple days exploring the majestic natural beauty of Tasmania as well as learning about some of its unique animal life.


Overlooking Tamar River (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

I took a walk at Cataract Gorge


Cataract Gorge (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

Spent some time walking around Dove Lake near Cradle Mountain.


Dove Lake and Cradle Mountain (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

I also visited the Platypus House which in addition to displaying everyones favorite egg laying mammal, conducts research on a particularly devastating fungus that has ravaged the platypus population in Tasmania.


Platypus (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

I also got an up close experience with another monotreme when this echidna had a seat in my lap after I sat down to get a picture.


Echidna (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

And what trip to Tasmania is complete without seeing the infamous Tasmanian devil.


Tasmanian devil (Photo: Jeremy Brodt)

It's now time to say goodbye to the beautiful state of Tasmania and head to Adelaide, South Australia where I will meet with members of the conservation group Reef Watch and conclude my trip with some diving to see the magnificent leafy sea dragons.

Cheers,
Jeremy

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