




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
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.





Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 Β· Low
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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!
Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo has a long, non-prehensile tail that helps them balance while navigating high in the forest canopy.
Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo can grip branches using their strong claws and rubbery soles, helping them climb and descend trees easily.
Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo can leap up to 9 meters between trees because of their powerful hind legs adapted for jumping.
Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo has fur that grows in a different direction, which helps water drain off its body when it rains.
These tree-dwelling animals munch on leaves, fruit, and flowers found high up in the trees.
Aquila gurneyi
Juveniles can be prey for large birds of prey.
Python boeleni
Large snakes may prey on tree-kangaroos in their habitat.
Ficus rubiginosa
Consumes leaves and fruit from various fig species.
Elaeocarpus sphaericus
Feeds on the leaves and fruits of this and similar trees.
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover.
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Danger
2/5 Β· Low
Always watch from a distance and don't try to touch wild animals.
The easiest way to identify Goodfellow's tree-kangaroo is to use the Snappit nature identifier app.
55-77 cm
6-9 kg
10-14 years
25 km/h
These tree-dwelling animals munch on leaves, fruit, and flowers found high up in the trees.
Forests
Foraging
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