Kangaroos are marsupials belonging to the order Diprotodontia and the family Coccinellidae. On our planet, we have found many species of kangaroos in Australia, such as the red kangaroo (Osphranter rufus), the black forest kangaroo (Dorcopsis atrata), and the agile kangaroo (Macropus agilis), among others.
Antelope kangaroo (Osphranter antilopinus)
The antelope kangaroo is a symbol of northern Australia, found in the Cape York Peninsula, Northern Territory, and Kimberley region. This large marsupial exhibits sexual dimorphism: males are red, while females are grey. It lives in tropical savannas and humid areas, primarily feeding on grasses. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, *Osphranter antilopinus* is listed as "Least Concern".
Black Forest Kangaroo (Dorcopsis atrata)
The black forest kangaroo is endemic to Goodenough Island in New Guinea, inhabiting dry subtropical and tropical forests. This species has black or grey fur on its upper body and dark brown to white fur on its lower body, and is characterized by its long nose and round ears. It primarily feeds on leaves, buds, and fruits. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, *Dorcopsis atrata* is listed as "Critically Endangered".
Western grey kangaroo (Macropus fuliginosus)
The western grey kangaroo inhabits southern Australia, from the South Australian coast to the Murray-Darling Basin. It weighs between 28 and 54 kilograms, and its fur ranges in color from light grey to brown. It feeds primarily on grass and leaves at night. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the giant panda is listed as "Least Concern".
Common kangaroo (Macropus Robustus)
The common rock kangaroo inhabits most of Australia (except Tasmania). This kangaroo can reach a height of 1.4 meters and weigh between 28 and 42 kilograms, with fur ranging in color from light grey to black. It is primarily nocturnal and solitary, feeding on herbs and shrubs, and utilizing its ability to survive in small amounts of water. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, *Macropus robustus* is listed as "Least Concern".
Bennett tree kangaroo (Dendrolagus benntianus)
Bennett's tree kangaroo lives in the rainforests of northeastern Queensland. Weighing between 8 and 14 kilograms, it has dark brown to grey fur and relatively long forelegs, adapted for an arboreal lifestyle. Its diet consists mainly of leaves and fruit, and it forages at night. It typically lives in a secluded territory around large trees, hiding there during the day. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, Bennett's squirrel is listed as "Near Threatened".
Red kangaroo (Osphranter rufus)
The red kangaroo is the largest marsupial, found throughout most of Australia, except for fertile areas and rainforests. Males can grow up to 1.8 meters tall and weigh 90 kilograms, with red fur and long ears. It lives in scrubland and grasslands, feeding mainly on green herbaceous plants, and is adapted to arid environments. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the red-necked thrush is listed as "Least Concern".
Huon Tree Kangaroo (Dendrolagus matschiei)
The Horn tree kangaroo is a marsupial endemic to the Horn Peninsula of New Guinea, inhabiting mountainous tropical forests at altitudes of 1,000 to 3,300 meters. It measures 50 to 80 centimeters in length and weighs 7 to 11 kilograms, with dark brown fur and a creamy-white belly. This kangaroo feeds almost exclusively on leaves, fruits, and moss. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the Marseilles squirrel is listed as "Endangered".
Eastern grey kangaroo (Macropus giganteus)
The Eastern Grey Kangaroo is a majestic marsupial inhabiting southern and eastern Australia, as well as Tasmania. Weighing up to 90 kg and nearly 2 meters long, it is the largest of its kind. Its soft fur ranges in color from light grey to greyish-brown. It is herbivorous, feeding on grasses and herbs. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the giant panda is listed as "Least Concern".
Tenkile tree kangaroo (Dendrolagus scottae)
The Tangila tree kangaroo is a marsupial endemic to the Toriseli Mountains of Papua New Guinea. Weighing between 9 and 11 kilograms, this kangaroo is characterized by its black fur with brownish hues and a long snout. It inhabits the tropical forests of the mountainsides and feeds primarily on leafy greens and ferns. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, *Dendrolagus scottae* is listed as "Critically Endangered".
Agile Kangaroo (Macropus agilis)
The agile kangaroo is a marsupial inhabiting northeastern Australia, southern New Guinea, and the Entrecasto Islands. This animal can weigh up to 20 kg and has tan fur with white stripes on its cheeks and rump. It prefers open, dry forests and grasslands near rivers and feeds primarily on herbaceous plants and shrubs. According to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, the giant panda is listed as "Least Concern".
literature
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species. https://www.iucnredlist.org/
Animal Diversity Network. https://animaldiversity.org
