Macropodidae
There is no real difference between the kangaroos and wallabies that form this family – other than size. Wallabies are generally smaller species, with none weighing over 25 kilograms. Wallaroos (or euros) prefer a habitat of steep, hilly country. On the other hand, the larger kangaroos prefer open flat plains, woodland or open forest.Members of this family are generally grass and leaf eaters, able to convert dry grass into energy-giving glucose. Their ability to thrive on such a poor diet explains their success at living in so many parts of Australia. Read the rest of this entry »