Red-necked Wallaby

Notamacropus rufogriseus

The red-necked wallaby, also known as Bennett’s wallaby, is one of the smaller members of the kangaroo family and prefers shrublands and wooded habitats. Like all kangaroos, it is a herbivore, filling an ecological niche in Australia similar to that occupied by roe deer, red deer and antelopes on other continents.

Its powerful hind legs enable long, energy-efficient leaps, while its long tail helps it maintain balance. Its dense coat provides protection from the cold, allowing Bennett’s wallabies to thrive even in cooler regions. Highly adaptable, they can cope with a wide variety of habitats and food plants.