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Eastern Grey Kangaroo

Macropus giganteus
Least Concern

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About Eastern Grey Kangaroo

Herbivorous, feeding on grasses, leaves, and shrubsSocial animal, living in large groupsUses burrows and shelters as resting placesHas a highly developed sense of smell and hearing

Size

100 - 200 cm

Weight

25 - 85 kg

Lifespan

up to 10-15 years

Diet

Grasses, Leaves, Shrubs

Conservation Status

Status

Least Concern

Population Trend

stable

Threats

  • Habitat loss and fragmentation
  • Hunting
  • Climate change

Additional Notes

The Eastern Grey Kangaroo is a widespread and relatively common species in eastern Australia, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and hunting.

Distribution

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Eastern Australia

Oceania • Australia

The Eastern Grey Kangaroo is a widespread species found in eastern Australia, from Queensland to Victoria.