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Leaps and bounds
I’ve travelled the world and had some spectacular wildlife encounters. But having a kangaroo leap over me tops the lot.
Tag: kangaroos
News
Do kangaroos form mothers groups?
The social lives of kangaroos are more complex than we thought.
News
Why roos attack and what you should do to avoid it
As humans encroach ever further on prime kangaroo habitat, encounters are becoming more common. So what should you do if you meet a boxing kangaroo?
News
Landlocked: Kangaroos trapped by urban sprawl have nowhere left to go
As Australia’s population rapidly rises, so too does our need for housing. The result is accelerated urban sprawl. But as suburban developments move in, our native wildlife must move out. The problem is, there’s nowhere left to go.
Education Resources
School with the Australian Reptile Park – Kangaroos
Learn all you need to know about our kangaroos.
Wildlife
What will it take to stop the animal selfie phenomenon?
The phenomenon of animal selfies has emerged as a serious issue over the last 5-7 years, but we’re starting to see the negative impact it has on our native wildlife more and more.
News
Are kangaroos really endangered?
The new film Kangaroo: A Love-Hate Story has raised some serious questions about our kangaroos.
