Jan 27, 2021 · Humans may be fascinated by cubes, but only one animal poops them: the bare-nosed wombat. This furry Australian marsupial squeezes out nearly 100 six-sided turds every day—an …

May 21, 2025 · Everybody poops, but only the bare-nosed wombat (Vombatus ursinus), aka the common wombat, does so in cube form. That's right, this Australian marsupial excretes six-sided …

Wombats are the only animals in the world that produce cube-shaped scat. But how and why do they do it? Scientists now have a better idea.

Nov 20, 2018 · Scientists say they have uncovered how and why wombats produce cube-shaped poo - the only known species to do so. The Australian marsupial can pass up to 100 deposits of poop a …

Dec 27, 2025 · Unbelievably, at least to me, square poop serves a purpose. Wombats mark territory by placing droppings on rocks and logs. Because the geometric challenge — round pellets roll away — …

In addition to scent markings, or scents produced by the hormones that animals release, wombats leave their cube-shaped scat as territorial signposts on the tops of rocks and logs.

Feb 8, 2021 · Burrowed beneath Australian forests, grasslands, and mountainous regions, the bare-nosed wombat (Vombatus ursinus) feeds primarily on grasses—and poops cubes. But how the bare …

Aug 23, 2025 · Wombat droppings are notable for their cubic shape, a feature unique among animals. These distinct pieces of scat typically measure around two centimeters on each side, characterized …

Aug 13, 2025 · Discover why wombat poop is cube-shaped, how their intestines craft perfect cubes, and the surprising reasons behind this quirky animal adaptation.

Jul 29, 2025 · Wombat poop is cube-shaped, a curious fact that has intrigued scientists and wildlife enthusiasts for decades. In this article I examine the evidence, outline the mechanisms that produce …