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Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo

Dendrolagus goodfellowi

Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo is a special kangaroo that lives in trees! They have strong legs for jumping and soft fur that helps them blend in with the leaves.

Habitat: Forests

Appearance

The Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo has a striking chestnut-red to reddish-brown fur, a long golden-brown tail with a pale base, and a cream-colored belly. It features two stripes down its back, a distinctive golden-yellow face, and yellow paws, making it stand out from other marsupials.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderDiprotodontiaFamilyMacropodidaeGenusDendrolagus
Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo
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Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Rare

Danger

2/5 Β· Low

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Interesting facts

Baby tree-kangaroos are called joeys and live in their mother's pouch.

Their scientific name, 'Dendrolagus', means 'tree hare' in Greek.

They can rotate their ankles 180 degrees to climb down trees headfirst!

Unlike their ground-dwelling cousins, they are excellent swimmers too!

Special abilities

Ability

Branch Balancer

Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo has a long, non-prehensile tail that helps them balance while navigating high in the forest canopy.

Ability

Tree Grip Master

Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo can grip branches using their strong claws and rubbery soles, helping them climb and descend trees easily.

Ability

Leafy Leap

Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo can leap up to 9 meters between trees because of their powerful hind legs adapted for jumping.

Ability

Reversed Fur Coat

Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo has fur that grows in a different direction, which helps water drain off its body when it rains.

Measurements & details

Length
55-77 cm
Weight
6-9 kg
Lifespan
10-14 years
Top Speed
25 km/h
Litter Size
1
Gestation
40-45 days

Diet & Feeding

These tree-dwelling animals munch on leaves, fruit, and flowers found high up in the trees.

Primary Foods

  • Leaves
  • Fruit
  • Flowers
  • Tree bark
  • Vines

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

Gurney's eagle

Aquila gurneyi

Juveniles can be prey for large birds of prey.

eaten by

Boelen's python

Python boeleni

Large snakes may prey on tree-kangaroos in their habitat.

eats

rusty fig

Ficus rubiginosa

Consumes leaves and fruit from various fig species.

eats

rudraksha tree

Elaeocarpus sphaericus

Feeds on the leaves and fruits of this and similar trees.

Traits

Also known as

Goodfellow's kangaroo

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Safety

Danger

2/5 Β· Low

Always watch from a distance and don't try to touch wild animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to identify Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo?

The easiest way to identify Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.

How long is Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo?

55-77 cm

How much does Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo weigh?

6-9 kg

How long does Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo live?

10-14 years

How fast can Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo move?

25 km/h

What does Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo eat?

These tree-dwelling animals munch on leaves, fruit, and flowers found high up in the trees.

Where is Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo usually found?

Forests

How does Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo hunt?

Foraging

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