1. a small marsupial native to southwestern Australia, known for its friendly appearance and rounded body

Examples

• The quokka is often called the world’s happiest animal because of its smiling expression.
• Tourists flock to Rottnest Island to take selfies with the friendly quokkas.
• A quokka can survive for long periods without water by getting moisture from plants.
• The quokka population has declined due to habitat loss and introduced predators.
• Wildlife photographers love capturing images of quokkas in their natural habitat.
• Quokkas are herbivores that feed mainly on grasses and leaves.