Wildlife
This extinct kangaroo had a branch-crunching bite
A giant kangaroo that roamed Australia during the Ice Age had a far mightier bite than its modern-day cousins, according to new research.
Tag: kangaroo
Destinations
Dreaming of a Top End break
From A–Z there’s a bounty of Aussie animals to meet in the Northern Territory, from the desert dwellers of the Red Centre to the water babies in and around Darwin. It’s the perfect destination for a family adventure.
Wildlife
Top Aussie animal science stories of 2016
There’s still so much to learn about – and from – our unique wildlife. Here are some of this year’s top new discoveries involving Australia’s iconic animals.
News
New birth control for roos
A contraceptive implant similar to those commonly used by women could help control Australia’s kangaroo numbers.
History & Culture
Digger mascots: kangaroo gives morale to WWI troops
Roos traveled all over the world with young soldiers as they were sent to fight in far flung wars.
Wildlife
Kangaroo takes a swim past paddlers
A cautious eastern grey kangaroo tests the aqua waters of Narrawallee Creek Inlet, New South Wales, to the surprise of onlookers
Reader Photos
Soggy kangaroo
This Eastern Grey Kangaroo gets caught in a downpour on the New South Wales Sapphire Coast
History & Culture
Aboriginal kangaroo dance of Western Australia
Traditional Aboriginal culture is being kept alive in south-western WA
News
Giant prehistoric kangaroos walked, not hopped
Some giant extinct kangaroos were walkers rather than hoppers, according to new anatomical evidence.
News
Bionic kangaroo jumps like the real thing
A robot kangaroo that jumps like Skippy has been unveiled in Germany