The agile wallaby's scientific name is Macropus agilis.
There are about 30 different species of wallaby. Some of these include: * Agile Wallaby * Black-striped Wallaby * Tammar Wallaby * Toolache Wallaby * Western Brush Wallaby * Parma Wallaby * Pretty-faced Wallaby * Red-necked Wallaby * Bridled Nail-tail Wallaby * Northern Nail-tail Wallaby * Short-eared Rock-wallaby * Proserpine Rock-wallaby * Rothschild's Rock-wallaby * Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby * Allied Rock-wallaby * Cape York Rock-wallaby * Godman's Rock-wallaby * Herbert's Rock-wallaby * Black-flanked Rock-wallaby * Mareeba Rock-wallaby * Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby * Purple-necked Rock-wallaby * Mt. Claro Rock-wallaby * Banded Hare-wallaby * Spectacled Hare-wallaby * Rufous Hare-wallaby * Eastern Hare-wallaby
There are dozens of species of wallaby. The top speed of the average wallaby is about 48 kilometres per hour, which equates to around 30 mph.
There are about 12 recognized species of wallabies, which belong to the family Macropodidae. These species vary in size, habitat, and behavior, with some common types including the agile wallaby and the swamp wallaby. Wallabies are primarily found in Australia and surrounding islands, adapting to a range of environments from forests to grasslands.
There is more than one species of wallaby which is endangered. Rock wallabies are most vulnerable. Wallabies with a conservation status of "endangered" include the following (among others):Brush tailed rock wallabyYellow footed rock wallabyProserpine rock-wallabyBridled nailtail wallabyBanded hare-wallaby
The Brush-tailed rock wallaby is found in Australia's alpine areas. It is a rock wallaby, not a brush wallaby.
The average height of a wallaby varies depending on the species, but most wallabies stand between 1 to 3 feet (30 to 90 centimeters) tall at the shoulder. For example, the agile wallaby typically reaches around 2 to 3 feet in height, while smaller species may be closer to 1 foot. Overall, wallabies are generally smaller than kangaroos but share similar characteristics.
In 2012, the population of wallabies varied significantly by species and location, making it difficult to provide a precise number for all wallabies collectively. However, some species, such as the agile wallaby, were estimated to have populations in the hundreds of thousands, while others were more localized and potentially endangered. Overall, wallaby populations are influenced by habitat loss, hunting, and environmental changes. Conservation efforts have been ongoing to protect various wallaby species and their habitats.
A pregnant wallaby is just that - a pregnant wallaby. A female wallaby is generally referred to as a doe, whether or not she is pregnant.
The yellow-footed rock wallaby is characterized by its distinctive yellow-orange fur on its feet and lower limbs, contrasting with its grayish-brown body. It has a long, slender tail with a black tip and large, expressive eyes. This wallaby typically possesses a white stripe that runs along its face and down its sides, enhancing its unique appearance. Its agile body is well-adapted for climbing rocky terrains in its native habitats of Australia.
Yellow-footed Rock wallabies are not endangered. One sub-species is classed as vulnerable and the other sub-species is near-threatened. The biggest threat to the Yellow-footed Rock wallaby comes from introduced species such as foxes. Foxes are agile enough to reach the rock wallabies' habitats in rocky cliff faces.
No. A wallaby is a mammal, specifically a marsupial.