Tammar Wallaby

Macropus eugenii

NATURAL HABITAT
The tammar wallaby lives in dense vegetation areas of coastal regions.

DIET
IN THE WILD – Grass and leaves
IN THE ZOO – Specially formulated biscuits

FASCINATING FACTS

• Babies crawl into pouch to continue developing for several months after birth
• One of the smallest wallaby species
• Lick forearms and pant to keep cool in hot weather
• Able to survive dry habitats by drinking sea water if fresh water is not available