Tree-Kangaroo

Tree-Kangaroos are marsupials of the genus Dendrolagus, adapted for arboreal locomotion. They inhabit the tropical rainforests of New Guinea and far northeastern Queensland, along with some of the islands in the region. All tree-kangaroos are considered threatened due to hunting and habitat destruction. They are the only true arboreal macropods.

Tree kangaroo has a length of 19-35 inches and weighs around 5.9-15 kg. Its size is a bit lighter than usual kangaroo and has a life expectancy of 18-25 years. They have longer, broader hind feet with longer, curved nails than terrestrial kangaroos. They also have paws and foot soles that have a sponge-like grip. When navigating through the trees, tree-kangaroos significantly longer, pendulous tail gives them better balance than terrestrial kangaroos. As with real kangaroos, movement on the ground is accomplished by hopping. Like terrestrial kangaroos, tree kangaroos do not sweat to cool their bodies; instead, as an adaptive method of behavioral thermoregulation, they lick their forearms and let the liquid evaporate.