Macropus rufogriseus

Description

Can be distinguished from other wallabies by its white cheek markings and red colouring on the neck. The rest of their fur is grey to reddish in colour with a white or pale grey abdomen. Their muzzle, paws and toes are black in colour.

Distribution

Found in the eastern parts of Australia from the Queensland - New South Wales border area, right through to South Australia.

Oakvale Distribution Maps png Rednecked Wallaby
Red Necked Wallaby Distribution Map

Lifespan

10 - 15 years.

Size

Between 65 - 90cm in length. Males weigh between 15 - 26kgs and females 11 - 15kgs.

Diet

Grass, herbs and shrubs.

Habitat

Found in subtropical, cool temperate, wet and dry sclerophyll forests, and woodland with adjacent grassy areas.

Breeding

Red-Necked Wallabies breed all year round. The pouch life is about 9 months, with the joey continuing to suckle till it is around 12 - 15 months of age.

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