Red kangaroo
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Macropus rufus
Boomers, fliers, & joeys
A group of kangaroos is called a mob. The reddish males are called boomers and the babies are joeys. Females are does, because they are usually blue and speedy, they are also called blue fliers.
Habitat/Range
Dry grasslands of central Australia
Wild Diet
Grass
Predators
Wild Dogs and Humans
Reproduction
After a gestation of only 33 days, a bee-sized joey is born with only the front limbs developed. The youngster navigates its way into the mother's pouch. Once inside, the joey attaches to its mother's nipple, and development of body organs and limbs continue.
Conservation
STABLE
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