SimilaritIes and differences
This page talks about the similarities and differences between long beaked echidnas and short beaked echidnas.
Though two species appear different, we are all the same at heart.
Long Beaked Echidnas
Are critically endangered Eat worms Live in New Guinea Are considered a delicacy Live in the forest |
Same
Both species have beaks Both species are monotremes Both species have spikes |
Short Beaked Echidnas
Are least concern Eat ants and termites Live in Australia Are a protected species Live in many habitats |