Instead of hunting, echidnas use their long snouts and powerful claws to forage for food. They dig into the ground, turn over logs and rocks, and sniff out their prey. Their diet consists of:
* Ants
* Termites
* Beetles
* Worms
* Other invertebrates
Echidnas can be found in a variety of habitats across Australia and New Guinea, including:
* Forests
* Woodlands
* Scrublands
* Grasslands
* Deserts
Their foraging behavior adapts to the specific environment they live in. For example, echidnas in arid regions may spend more time digging for insects in the soil, while those in forests may focus on foraging under logs and fallen leaves.