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There are around 30 species in the wallaby family.
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Do wallabies live in the outback?
Wallabies can live in the outback, but not all species do so. Rock wallabies are the most common types of wallabies found in the outback, although they are not restricted to the outback. Wallabies are also found in the mulga and mallee scrublands of the outback. The various species of swamp wallabies tend to be found in bushland closer to settled areas, and in coastal regions.
Is there such thing as white wallabies?
Yes. There is no specific breed called a "white wallaby", but there are albino wallabies within any of the species. See the related links for pictures.
How long do wallabies live for?
Depending on the species, wallabies live for an average of 12-18 years. External factors such as predators and cars certainly reduce a wallaby's lifespan.
Why are rock wallabies extinct?
Rock wallabies are not extinct. There are at least 16 species of rock-wallaby, and not all of them are classed as even endangered. Some species are extinct, some are endangered, but some are not even threatened. Some of the rock wallabies which are endangered include the Brush tailed rock wallaby, Yellow footed rock wallaby and Proserpine rock-wallaby. the reason why some species have become extinct is largely due to the introduction of non-native predators such as foxes and feral cats. These animals pose the biggest threat to rock wallabies.
How many wallabies are left in the world?
Wallabies as a general species are not endangered. Distribution is widespread across the bushland and grasslands of Australia, including coastal areas. Wallabies are not found in the desert.Within the general term of "wallaby" are about 30 species that are true wallabies. Some types of wallabies are endangered, others are not. The swamp wallaby, for example, which is the largest of the wallaby species, is classified as "common". These are the wallabies that have been introduced overseas, reproducing to the degree that they have become pests. Feral populations exist in New Zealand, the Isle of Man, Hawaii, Scotland and England, to name a few places. Given that there are so many population overseas, as well as Australia, wallaby numbers world wide would easily be in the millions. Within Australia alone, the combined population of kangaroos, wallabies and wallaroos varies from year to year, between 15 million and 50 million, depending on environmental conditions.Rock wallabies seem to be the most endangered, with some fifteen species known to have become extinct since European settlement. Wallabies with a conservation status of "endangered" include the following (among others):Brush tailed rock wallabyYellow footed rock wallabyProserpine rock-wallabyBridled nailtail wallabyBanded hare-wallabyThe following wallaby species are "near threatened", "threatened" or "vulnerable":Parma wallabyBlack footed rock wallabyBlack-flanked rock wallabyTammar wallabyIt is these wallabies that have much smaller populations overall - hence their conservation status.
Can wallabies be hunted?
No. It is illegal to hunt wallabies. They are a protected native species.
Do wallabies live in the outback of Australia?
No. There is no species of wallaby that lives underground. Wallabies are members of the kangaroo family, and some much smaller species within the kangaroo family do shelter in burrows underground, but wallabies are not among them.
Do wallabies hibernate?
No. The only truly hibernating marsupial is the Mountain Pygmy Possum, which lives in the Alpine country in the southeast: no members of the kangaroo family (including wallabies) hibernate.
When can wallabies live on their own?
It depends on the species, but generally, wallabies are independent from about nine months old.
Do wallabies live in the outback?
Wallabies can live in the outback, but not all species do so. Rock wallabies are the most common types of wallabies found in the outback, although they are not restricted to the outback. Wallabies are also found in the mulga and mallee scrublands of the outback. The various species of swamp wallabies tend to be found in bushland closer to settled areas, and in coastal regions.
Are wallabies rare?
There are dozens of species of wallabies, and some are rare and endangered. However, species such as the swamp wallaby are very common, and can be found virtually wherever there is bushland.
How many wombats are alive?
There are many wallabies still alive. certain varieties suchas the swamp wallabies in Australia are very common, found even in urban fringes. Having been introduced to some countries overseas, they also seem to enjoy a rather healthy population outside of Australia. Rock wallabies have more endangered species than the swamp wallabies, as they are smaller and seem to be more vulnerable to predation by both native and introduced species.
What type of creature is a wallaby?
A wallaby is a member of the kangaroo family. It is one of any of about thirty species of macropod (Family Macropodidae). It is smaller than a kangaroo or wallaroo. While a member of the kangaroo family, it has its own distinct species and classification. Wallabies are native to Australia and are grouped/classified according to the habitat in which they live. Thus, there are swamp wallabies, brush wallabies, and rock wallabies. All wallabies are herbivores.
Which pademelon wallabies are nocturnal?
All seven species of pademelon are nocturnal.
On the way to Pelverata Falls are there wallabies?
It is quite likely that there are wallabies on the way to Pelverata Falls. Wallabies can be found throughout Tasmania, and some species are particularly agile, active in dense bush and on mountain sides.
How are wallabies like Tasmanian tigers?
Both wallabies and Tasmanian Tigers (Thylacines) are mammals, specifically marsupials. Tasmanian Tigers are believed to be extinct, and many species of wallaby are heading in the same direction, due to man's interference.
Why do swamp wallabies live in Australia?
Swamp wallabies are members of the kangaroo family which, with the exception of some species of tree kangaroos, are found only in Australia.
