What is a Wombat's life span?

A look at the lifespan of the Bare-nosed and Hairy-nosed wombat, both in the wild and in captivity. read more

Wombat Life Span A baby Southern hairy nosed wombat (picture courtesy Wendy Morphett, used with permission) In the wild, the Bare-nosed or Common wombat can live to over 5 years, up to 15 years by some accounts. read more

The average life span of a northern hairy-nosed wombat living in its native habitat is 20 years. In captivity, away from predation and the dangers posed by man, they may live over 26 years. The average life span of a common wombat in its native habitat is 15 years. read more

The sturdy wombat is most active in the early evening and at night. There are three species of wombat: common, or bare-nosed wombats, which have a bare nose; and two species of hairy-nosed wombats that have, well, hairy noses! The common wombat has coarse fur and short, round ears while the hairy-nosed wombats have soft fur and much larger ears. read more