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This book examines the ecology and management of kangaroos and shows how they interact with their own environment and with that shaped by sheep grazing and the wool industry. It presents the results of intensive and detailed studies of feeding behaviour, movement and habitat utilisation, body condition and population dynamics, weather and plant growth.
To many people, the suggestion that a kangaroo could live up a tree is fantasy. Yet, in the rainforests of Far North Queensland and New Guinea, there are extraordinary kangaroos that do just that. Many aspects of these marsupials' anatomy and biology suggest a terrestrial kangaroo ancestor. Yet no one has, so far, come forward with a convincing explanation of how, why and when mammals that was so superbly adapted for life on the ground should end up back in the trees. This book reviews the natural history and biology of tree-kangaroos from the time of their first discovery by Europeans in the jungles of West Papua in 1826 right up to the present day, covering the latest research being conducted in Australian and New Guinea. Combining information from a number of disparate disciplines, the author sets forth the first explanation of this apparent evolutionary conundrum.
Kangaroos are among the strangest of all mammals. This is not so much because they are marsupials and keep their young in a pouch but because they hop. They are the only large animals in the history of vertebrates to have hopped. Author Terry Dawson gets to the heart of the biology that what makes these animals special.
In this, the only up-to-date accessible and scientifically based book on Australia's principal icon, internationally known kangaroo researcher Terry Dawson gets to the heart of what makes these animals special. He shows how many features of their biology, such as their reproductive patterns, social structure and locomotor characteristics, confer great advantages in their adaptations to Australia's harsh climate and demanding environment. Besides covering widely the biology, ecology and behaviour of the ten different types of kangaroos, Professor Dawson compares European and Aboriginal cultural attitudes towards them. He explores such issues as hunting habits, conservation, kangaroos as agricultural pests, the economics of kangaroo ranching and the use of their products.
This book of animal facts focuses purely on kangaroos. The text explains facts in the areas of feeding and breeding habits and protection from danger. It also describes that kangaroos are marsupials.
Presents basic facts about dolphins, including where they are found, how they move around, what they eat, and how they reproduce and raise their young.
Discover some amazing animals that live only in Australia. From furry koalas to hopping kangaroos, this series is sure to fascinate young readers.
Easy-to-read text and full-color photographs depict the physical characteristics, habitat, and life cycle of kangaroos.
"The Pouch-Perfect Guide to Kangaroos" Hey there, kangaroo lovers! Get ready to hop into a world of adventure with The Ultimate Kangaroo Book for Kids, perfect for curious minds aged 9 and up. Australian non-fiction author Jenny Kellett brings you the most amazing, fun, and intriguing facts about these fascinating creatures, along with a detailed description of different species. You won't be able to resist these adorable marsupials and their unique ways of life. From pouch-dwelling joeys to their incredible hopping skills and even their ability to freeze embryos, kangaroos are simply extraordinary! With over 100 captivating facts and stunning high-resolution photos, your child will be fully...
This book provides an authoritative source of information on kangaroos and their relatives. Topics include: species characteristics and biology, adaptations and function, and conservation. The book also discusses culling and the commercial kangaroo harvest, as well as national attitudes to kangaroos and their value for tourism. There are 71 recognised species of kangaroo found in Australasia. Of these, 46 are endemic to Australia, 21 are endemic to the island of New Guinea, and four species are found in both regions. The various species have a number of common names, including bettong, kangaroo, pademelon, potoroo, quokka, rat kangaroo, rock wallaby, tree kangaroo, wallaby and wallaroo. Illustrated in full colour, Australia’s Amazing Kangaroos will give readers insight into the world of this intriguing marsupial – an animal that has pride of place on the Australian Coat of Arms.