PARMA WALLABY
Macropus parma
DESCRIPTION
The Parma Wallaby is a small species of wallaby native to Australia. It is characterized by its compact size and distinctive coloration, making it a unique member of the macropod family.
FUN FACTS
- Parma Wallabies are one of the smallest wallaby species | They are known for their distinctive hopping gait | Their population has been affected by habitat fragmentation
QUICK INFO
Lifespan10-15 years in the wild, up to 20 in captivity
Average Weight4-8 kg
Average Length0.8-1.0 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
- Parma Wallabies inhabit dense forests and woodlands, often favoring areas with thick undergrowth. They require cover for shelter and protection from predators.
- Biomes
- Temperate Forest, Grassland
- Native Range
- The native range of the Parma Wallaby is limited to the southeastern regions of Australia, particularly in Tasmania and parts of Victoria.
- Continent
- Australia
- Countries
- Australia, Tasmania
- Diet
- Parma Wallabies primarily feed on grasses, leaves, and other vegetation. They are known to graze on a variety of plant materials in their natural habitat.
- Diet Type
- Herbivore
- Favorite Food
- grasses, leaves
- Social Structure
- solitary or small groups, often seen alone or in pairs
- Activity Pattern
- Crepuscular
- Group Size
- 1-3
- Territorial
- 0
4-8 kg
Weight
0.8-1.0 m
Length
- Coloration
- They have a brownish-grey fur with lighter underparts and distinctive markings on their face.
- Lifespan
- 10-15 years in the wild, up to 20 in captivity
- Gestation Period
- 30-32 days
- Offspring per Birth
- 1
- Sexual Maturity
- 1-2 years
- Breeding Season
- Year-round, with peaks in spring and summer
EN
Endangered
IUCN Red List Status
- Population Status
- The population of Parma Wallabies is currently considered to be declining due to habitat loss.
- Wild Population Estimate
- Unknown
- Population Trend
- Decreasing
- Endangered
- 1
- Threats
- Main threats include habitat destruction due to agriculture and urban development, as well as predation by introduced species such as foxes and cats.
- Conservation Program
- Conservation efforts are in place to protect their habitat and manage populations.
- Predators
- Foxes, feral cats
- Defense Mechanisms
- They rely on their agility and speed to escape predators, often using dense vegetation for cover.
- Found in Zoos
- Uncommon