What is a wallaroo?

Q: What is a wallaroo?


A: A wallaroo is an Australian macropod that is smaller than a kangaroo and larger than a wallaby.

Q: Where do most wallaroos live?


A: Most wallaroos live in open, rocky country.

Q: What does the name "wallaroo" mean?


A: The name "wallaroo" is a mix of "wallaby" and "kangaroo" and means "rock kangaroo."

Q: How many types of wallaroo are there?


A: There are three types of wallaroo.

Q: How do wallaroos stand?


A: Wallaroos stand with their wrists raised, elbows close into the body, and shoulders back.

Q: Are all wallaroos the same size?


A: No, most wallaroos are smaller than a kangaroo, but there are three types of wallaroo, so they may vary in size.

Q: What kind of nose do wallaroos have?


A: All wallaroos have a large, black nose.

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