Marsupials
A skilled jumper
Red Kangaroo
The red kangaroo is the largest of all kangaroos, distributed throughout Australia. It has long ears and a square nostril, varies in size and coat color, and uses its muscular hind legs for jumping and its tail for balance.
Red kangaroos move by jumping, reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h and can jump 9 meters in one jump.
Characteristics
Order:
Diprotodontia
Family:
Macropodidae
Scientific name:
Macropus rufus
Habitat:
Savannah, bushes, grassland, desert
Origin:
Australia
Current trend:
Stable
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
8-10 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
The biggest representative of kangaroos
Western grey Kangaroo
The Great Western Kangaroo is the largest species of kangaroo and can grow up to about 2 meters in height and weigh up to 90 kg. It is characterized by its grey-brown fur, strong muscles, and large tail that helps it maintain balance while jumping and running at speeds of around 50 km/h.
Characteristics
Order:
Diprotodontia
Family:
Macropodidae
Scientific name:
Macropus fuliginosus
Habitat:
Forest, savannah, grassland
Origin:
Australia
Current trend:
Stable
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
10-20 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
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