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Interesting Facts About Kangaroos
Kangaroos are one of the most iconic animals of Australia and they have been embraced by the rest of the world as a symbol of the country. While we may recognize them from cartoons, advertisements or even stuffed toys, there is actually a lot more to kangaroos than meets the eye. To give you an insight into the fascinating world of kangaroos, here are 30 interesting facts about them.
Kangaroos are marsupials, which means they carry their young in a pouch. They are the only large animals in the world that hop as their primary form of movement. They come from the family of macropods, which includes wallabies, tree-kangaroos, wallaroos and pademelons.
1. Did you know that kangaroos can’t walk backwards? The large tail helps to balance and propel them forward while hopping.
2. Kangaroos are able to reach speeds of up to 40 mph, making them some of the fastest land animals.
3. Kangaroos can jump up to 3 times their own body height.
4. Baby kangaroos, known as joeys, are born after only 33 days of gestation. When they are born, they are only 2 cm long.
5. A joey will spend up to 8 months in the mother’s pouch.
6. A group of kangaroos is called a ‘mob’.
7. Kangaroos can swim!
8. Kangaroos can live for up to 20 years in the wild.
9. They are mainly active during the cooler parts of the day, such as early morning and late afternoon.
10. They are herbivores, meaning they only eat plants.
11. Kangaroos have a unique digestive system, which allows them to extract more nutrients from their food.
12. They have four stomachs, each one for a different purpose.
13. Kangaroos can use their powerful tails to balance their body when standing upright.
14. They have long, powerful legs which help them to move quickly and leap high.
15. Kangaroos can communicate with each other through sound and smell.
16. They have a unique mating system, known as ‘lekking’, where males compete for the attention of females.
17. Female kangaroos have two vaginas and two uteri, which helps them to carry two joeys at once.
18. Male kangaroos have a muscular pouch which helps to protect their genitals when they are fighting.
19. Kangaroos have very good eyesight, which helps them to spot potential threats.
20. They have excellent hearing, which helps them to detect predators.
21. Kangaroos have a special scent gland on their forearms, which they use to mark their territory.
22. They can survive without water for long periods of time, as they are able to extract moisture from the plants they eat.
23. Kangaroos have powerful hind legs which they use to kick predators away.
24. They have thick fur which helps to keep them warm and protect them from the sun.
25. Male kangaroos are known as ‘boomers’ and females are known as ‘flyers’.
26. Kangaroos can produce a range of vocalizations, including grunts, clicks and growls.
27. The average kangaroo can consume up to 20kg of grass in a single day.
28. Kangaroos can jump up to 9 metres in a single bound.
29. Wild kangaroos can be found in Australia, Tasmania, New Zealand and some parts of Papua New Guinea.
30. The largest kangaroo is the red kangaroo, which can grow up to 2.1m tall and weigh up to 90kg.
Kangaroos are fascinating animals, and these interesting facts about them demonstrate just how complex and unique they are. From their unique digestive system to their ability to hop at high speeds, they have evolved over millions of years to become the iconic animals of Australia. So, the next time you see a kangaroo, remember just how incredible they are!
