Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo
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ID#44
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Classification: Mammal
Endangered Status: Endangered Habitat: Dense Rainforest Lumholtz tree kangaroos range from 20-33 inches in body size with a tail of uniform thickness and ranges from 16 up to 38 inches long. Their weight range is 13 to 40 pounds. They are covered with grizzled gray fur, and have rough, cushion-like soles on their paws, along with strong nails that help the animal to climb with agility and speed, using both arms and legs which are about the same length. Lumholtz tree kangaroos are diurnal and live in small groups of males and females, each maintaining their own "home range". Males are especially territorial and will chase off any intruders, but will visit females in their home ranges. Lumholtz tree kangaroos’ diet consists of mainly treetop leaves but they also eat creepers, ferns, and wild fruit. Lumholtz tree kangaroo breeding is aggressive but short. The gestation period of a female tree kangaroo is about 32-40 days. The female breed every 1 ½-2 years, and gives birth to a single joey that develops a strong bond with his/her mother. Some interesting facts about tree kangaroos are that they can drop from heights of 30-50 feet unhurt. A tree kangaroo once dropped from 70 feet, landing safely on the ground. Tree kangaroos also have the amazing ability to hang confidently from their forepaws alone. |