COMMON WALLAROO
Macropus robustus
DESCRIPTION
Common Wallaroo (Macropus robustus) is a large marsupial native to Australia, often recognized for its robust build and powerful hind legs. It has a distinctive appearance with a thick, muscular body, a long tail, and a short, rounded head. These animals are known for their agility and can often be seen hopping across rocky terrains and open grasslands, where they graze and socialize.
FUN FACTS
- Common Wallaroos are excellent jumpers and can leap over obstacles that are several feet high, making them well-adapted to their rugged habitats
- They also have a unique social structure, often being seen alone or in small groups, which helps them avoid detection by predators
QUICK INFO
Lifespan10-15 years in the wild, up to 20 years in captivi
Average Weight25-54 kg
Average Length0.9-1.2 m
Diet TypeHerbivore
Social Structuresolitary or small groups, often seen alone or in pairs
Activity PatternCrepuscular
Breeding SeasonYear-round, with peaks in spring and summer
- Habitat
- Common Wallaroos inhabit a variety of environments, including rocky outcrops, open grasslands, and scrublands. They prefer areas with ample cover for shelter and protection from predators.
- Biomes
- Grassland, Savanna, Scrubland
- Native Range
- The native range of the Common Wallaroo extends across much of Australia, particularly in the eastern and southern regions.
- Continent
- Australia
- Countries
- Australia
- Diet
- Common Wallaroos are herbivores, primarily feeding on grasses, leaves, and shrubs. They are known to graze in the early morning and late afternoon when temperatures are cooler.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- grasses, leaves, shrubs
- Social Structure
- solitary or small groups, often seen alone or in pairs
- Activity Pattern
- Crepuscular
- Group Size
- 1-5
- Territorial
- 0
LC
LC
25-54 kg
Weight
0.9-1.2 m
Length
- Coloration
- Their fur is typically coarse and can vary in color from grey to brown, often with a lighter underbelly.
- Sexual Dimorphism
- Males are generally larger and more robust than females.
- Lifespan
- 10-15 years in the wild, up to 20 years in captivi
- Gestation Period
- 30-35 days
- Offspring per Birth
- 1
- Sexual Maturity
- 1-2 years
- Breeding Season
- Year-round, with peaks in spring and summer
LC
Least Concern
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population of Common Wallaroos is currently stable, with no immediate threats to their survival.
- Wild Population Estimate
- 100,000+
- Population Trend
- Stable
- Endangered
- 0
- Threats
- Main threats include habitat loss due to agriculture and urban development, as well as competition with livestock for food resources. However, they are not currently considered endangered.
- Predators
- Dingoes, eagles, and large reptiles are known predators of the Common Wallaroo.
- Defense Mechanisms
- They rely on their speed and agility to escape predators, often using rocky terrain to their advantage.
- Found in Zoos
- Common