What species of wombat live near the river?

There are two species of wombats: the common wombat (Vombatus ursinus) and the southern hairy-nosed wombat (Lasiorhinus latifrons).

* Common wombats are more widespread and can be found near rivers in a variety of habitats across southeastern Australia, including Tasmania.

* Southern hairy-nosed wombats are found in drier regions of southwestern Australia and are not typically found near rivers.

Therefore, the common wombat is the species you're most likely to find living near a river.