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Western Grey Kangaroo
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Western Grey Kangaroo
Macropus fuliginosus
The Western Grey Kangaroo is a big, hopping animal that loves to eat grass and leaves. They have strong legs and a long tail that helps them balance while they jump around in the wild.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Western Grey Kangaroo has thick, coarse fur that is typically grey to grey-brown, with a paler, almost white belly. It features a distinctive dark grey face with a long muzzle, large pointed ears, and powerful hind legs for hopping. Their muscular tail is thick at the base and tapers.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderDiprotodontiaFamilyMacropodidaeGenusMacropus
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
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Interesting facts
A mother kangaroo can have three babies at different stages of development!
Kangaroos have two different kinds of milk for joeys of different ages!
Kangaroos live in groups called mobs, which can have over 50 members!
They grapple with strong forearms and kick with powerful legs when fighting.
Special abilities
Ability
Balancing Tail
Western Grey Kangaroos have a long, thick tail that acts as a counterbalance and a "third leg" that helps them maintain stability, especially when fighting.
Ability
Super Sniffer
Western Grey Kangaroos can detect food and water from far away because of their excellent sense of smell that helps them find resources in dry landscapes.
Ability
Cooling System
Western Grey Kangaroos can lick their forearms to cool down because the evaporating saliva helps regulate their body temperature.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 90-225 cm
- Weight
- 17-70 kg
- Lifespan
- 8-15 years
- Top Speed
- 70 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 31-36 days
Diet & Feeding
These big hoppers love to munch on fresh greens, using their specialized teeth to graze on plants.
Primary Foods
- Grasses
- Herbs
- Leaves
- Shoots
Foraging Method
- Grazing
Ecological connections
eaten by
Dingo
Canis dingo
Dingoes are primary predators of kangaroos, especially young.
eaten by
Wedge-tailed Eagle
Aquila audax
Large eagles can prey on small kangaroo joeys.
eats
Kangaroo Grass
Themeda triandra
A common native grass, a major food source.
eats
Common Wallaby-grass
Rytidosperma caespitosum
This grass is a key part of their grazing diet.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
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Safety
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
Always watch kangaroos from a distance and never try to touch them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Western Grey Kangaroo?
90-225 cm
How much does Western Grey Kangaroo weigh?
17-70 kg
How long does Western Grey Kangaroo live?
8-15 years
How fast can Western Grey Kangaroo move?
70 km/h
What does Western Grey Kangaroo eat?
These big hoppers love to munch on fresh greens, using their specialized teeth to graze on plants.
Where is Western Grey Kangaroo usually found?
Grasslands
How does Western Grey Kangaroo hunt?
Grazing
How many babies does Western Grey Kangaroo usually have?
1
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