ADVERTISEMENT
Article created by: Julija Svidraitė

"This land is cursed; the animals hop not run, birds run, not fly and the swans are black not white. This land is cursed and I'll have nothing more to do with it," wrote William Dampier, one of the first Europeans to ever explore the continent of Australia, back in 1688.

In case you didn't know, 26 January is the national day of Australia. And what could be a more beautiful way to celebrate the occasion than by honoring all the little things that make this country the beautiful, interesting and absolutely bizarre place that it is. With that being said, Bored Panda invites you to look through some of our favorite photos shared by people on the interwebs proving that Australia isn't just another country, but a whole different world. As per usual, don't forget to leave a comment here and there and vote for your favorite pics!

This post may include affiliate links.

#1

Finally, Something In Australia That Doesn't Want To Kill Me. Banana For Scale

Hand holding a banana next to a tiny lizard on a wall, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

awhittlehazy Report

Final score:
2points
POST
RELATED:
    #2

    Saw This On My Local Facebook Page

    Man smiling with a sulfur crested cockatoo perched on his shoulder, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

    woodend3442 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #3

    This Interesting Plant Is Native To Australia

    Green hummingbird-shaped seed pods on a plant with a hand holding two pods, showcasing unique Australian flora.

    deleted account Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #4

    This Is How Much Food You Can Get For The Cost Of A Pack Of Cigarettes In Australia

    Assorted Australian groceries including fresh produce, meat, snacks, and dairy on a white table showing unique Australian products.

    nosecornflakes Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #5

    A 6 Month Old Baby Kangaroo I Am Raising Is Very Impatient At Bottle Time....

    Man preparing food in kitchen while a kangaroo stands nearby, showcasing unique Australia wildlife indoors.

    OlHucklebuck Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #6

    Too Hot For Jesus In Queensland!

    Church sign in Australia humorously stating it is too hot to change the sign, highlighting unique Australian moments.

    Aquagenie Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #7

    Rainbow Wrasse Caught Off Christmas Island

    Vibrant colorful fish held by a person fishing in Australia showcasing unique wildlife in a whole different world.

    Proteon Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #8

    An Emu Egg I Found A Few Years Back In Australia

    Hand holding a large textured dark green emu egg in a dry grass field, showcasing unique Australia wildlife and nature.

    pineapplejamm123 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #9

    Camping In Australia

    Colorful rainbow lorikeets perched on a camping table with food in the Australian outback landscape.

    squidlinc Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #10

    Lizards In Australia

    Large lizard climbing a brick wall outside a house, showcasing unique Australian wildlife and environment.

    Imgur Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #11

    This Accursed Land

    Handwritten quote from William Dampier's logbook reflecting the unique and cursed nature of Australia’s wildlife and landscape.

    tetracarbon_edu Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #12

    He Came Down Through The Fireplace And Trashed The Place, Ate My Bananas And Jumped On Me At 2am

    Small possum perched on a bed frame in a room, showcasing unique wildlife found in Australia’s different world.

    Breepdupdupbloop Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #13

    Wave Rock, Australia

    A person sitting at the base of the Wave Rock natural formation showcasing unique Australia landscapes.

    supremegalacticgod Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #14

    Meanwhile In Australia

    Cockatoo perched on metal pole drinking from a can, showcasing unique wildlife behavior in Australia.

    cheesetoast95 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #15

    It’s So Bloody Hot Here In Australia At The Moment, And I Wondered Why Birds Weren’t Using Our Bird Bath

    Coiled patterned snake resting in a bowl outdoors, showcasing wildlife unique to Australia wildlife and nature.

    whitecollarzomb13 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #16

    Still A Better Receptionist Than The One We Had On Check In

    Kangaroo standing behind a hotel reception desk at night, illustrating how Australia is a whole different world.

    Rosey0212 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #17

    You Know You're In Australia When Frogs Eat Snakes

    Green frog pinned by a snake on a tiled surface showcasing Australia wildlife in a whole different world.

    DrunkAzSkunk Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #18

    Im Stuck In Europe Because Of Covid And Then My Family Took This Photo And Sent It From Their Camping Trip At Skenes Creek Victoria... Ok, Now I’m Really Homesick

    Koala climbing a tent pole at night, showcasing unique wildlife found in Australia in a natural outdoor setting.

    lerryberry Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #19

    Two Extremely Cute And Endangered Barking Geckos Waring Up On My Hand On A Cold Morning In Western Australia. These Are The Only 2 I've Ever Come Across So Was Pretty Awesome

    Two small black and white spotted lizards held gently in hands showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

    drufus8282 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #20

    Honey, There Is A Kid On Our Bug...

    Large green insect resembling a stick mantis perched on a boy’s back showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

    fancyfire Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #21

    As An American, You Guys Are Kinda Weird

    Text message conversation describing compulsory voting and sausage sizzle tradition in Australia, highlighting unique Australian culture.

    SuperFishy Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #22

    This Tree In The Daintree Rainforest (Queensland, Australia)

    Unique Australian tree with intricate lattice-like bark structure in a dense forest, showcasing Australia’s natural wonders.

    JoeWentIntoTheForest Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #23

    Flushed All The Cane Toads Out Of My Brothers Dam. Some Of Them Took The Easy Way Out - Hitching A Ride On The Back Of A 3.5m Python

    Snake covered with multiple frogs on grassy ground at night, highlighting unusual wildlife in Australia.

    MrMeMock Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #24

    An Emu Just Cruising Around My Rural Towns Little Airport

    Emu walking inside an airport waiting area with brown seats and plants, showcasing unique Australia wildlife indoors.

    kaptiankrunchy Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #25

    Selling Point For Aussie School

    Stafford State School sign in Australia highlighting whole school air conditioning and enrollment details.

    Bray0910 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #26

    This Roo In A River

    Kangaroo standing in a creek surrounded by lush vegetation, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia’s natural environment.

    mpegplayer Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #27

    My Daughter’s Boyfriend Has Been Helping At His Parents’ Farm In Kingaroy, Queensland. He Took This Shot When The Sheep Came Up To Say G’day

    Flock of sheep gathered at a porch in rural Australia showcasing unique scenes from a different world.

    Oven_Kid Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #28

    In Australia, This Is Why We Check Our Shoes

    White and pink sneaker on grass with a large centipede inside, illustrating how Australia is a whole different world.

    TimmyJ292 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #29

    Summer In Australia

    A dog, cat, and chickens relaxing together under a trampoline, showcasing unique animal behavior in Australia.

    Fredx Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #30

    Typical Road-Side Ditch In Australia

    Saltwater crocodile capturing a shark in muddy water near dense mangroves, showcasing unique Australian wildlife behavior.

    HocusPenis Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #31

    Australia. Where Even The Hail Can Kill You

    Large hailstones of various shapes and sizes on a wooden surface, showing extreme weather in Australia.

    CCPearson Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #32

    Rose-Breasted Cockatoo, Aka Pink And Grey Galah

    Pink and grey cockatoo perched on a tree branch showcasing unique Australian wildlife in a natural outdoor setting.

    DayTripper73 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #33

    March Of The Hairy Caterpillars

    Line of caterpillars forming a chain on grass, showcasing unique wildlife found in Australia nature scenes.

    RedViper27 Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #34

    That’s A Blue Ring Octopus, Whose Venom Can Result In Death Within Minutes

    Hands gently holding a small blue-ringed octopus underwater, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia’s different world.

    deleted account Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #35

    Australian Moth

    Unique Australian insect with feathery legs and bright orange body showing nature's diversity in Australia.

    deleted account Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #36

    Shopping, Australian Style

    Tweet warning about a red bellied black snake loose in a gift shop, highlighting unusual wildlife seen in Australia.

    qw46z Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #37

    A Seal Chilling Outside Sydney Opera House

    Seal resting on stone steps by the water near Sydney Harbour Bridge, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

    McCree_Main Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #38

    Maybe I’ll Just Hold On

    Warning sign about active snakes, advising people to flush before use, highlighting unusual Australian wildlife.

    thatswhatisaidman Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #39

    I See Your Possum Outside Your Window And Raise You Our Break And Enter Culprit Last Night

    Possum peeking through a window screen grabbing bananas inside a home, showcasing Australia wildlife in an unusual urban setting.

    PeanutRegression Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #40

    They Did Not Find The $1.47 A Litre Emusing

    Emus walking freely at a gas station in Australia, showcasing unique wildlife in everyday urban settings.

    chicksdigscooters Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #41

    Kangaroos: F’ing Up Your Cars Since 1901

    Wildlife warning road sign in Australia showing kangaroo collision risk and speed limit from dusk to dawn.

    greggobbard Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #42

    What Ever Your View On Today Respect Your Neighbours

    Three kangaroos resting on grass near a wooden fence and trees, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia.

    ifmtkaytfo Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #43

    Felt A Tickle On My Leg, Australia

    Large green insect resembling a stick insect crawling on a hairy leg showing unique wildlife in Australia photos.

    jaquinPeonix Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #44

    40 Degrees Up North Vic Today. Had A Little Visitor Come And Smack The Door With His Tail Before Taking A Dip In Our Pond

    Large monitor lizard outside a doorstep in Australia showing the unique wildlife in Australia photos.

    HankyShpanky Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #45

    New Coat Of Arms For Australia?

    Unusual birds interacting near red chairs at an outdoor café, showcasing Australia’s wildlife in everyday urban scenes.



    mikehunnt Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #46

    "Just Pan Over To The Left Barry"

    Koala interacting with a professional video camera outdoors, showcasing unique wildlife in Australia as a whole different world.

    D_S_W Report

    Final score:
    0points
    POST
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #47

    Jesus Sydney Take A Chill Pill

    Parking signs at night in Australia showing school day and weekend restrictions, illustrating how Australia is a whole different world.

    Dean_Nye Report

    Final score:
    0points
    POST

    Anyone can write on Bored Panda. Start writing!

    Follow Bored Panda on Google News!