The Kangaroo is Australia’s most famous native animal.  Here are some fun facts about them:

• In Aboriginal culture, the kangaroo is often seen as a symbol of strength, endurance, and adaptability. They are believed to have special powers and are featured in Dreamtime stories that explain the creation of the world.
• Some Aboriginal groups used hunting boomerangs to stun or knock down kangaroos during hunts. These boomerangs were not the returning type and were crafted specifically for hunting large animals like kangaroos.
• A newborn kangaroo, called a joey, is the size of a jellybean when it’s born. It crawls into its mother’s pouch, where it continues to grow and develop for several months. 
• Kangaroos can leap up to three times their own height in one jump.
• Kangaroos get most of the moisture they need from the plants they eat and can survive for long periods without water.
• Kangaroos can’t walk backwards. 
• A group of kangaroos is called a mob which can range from a few individuals to over 100.
• Kangaroos are herbivores, meaning they only eat plants. Their diet includes grass, leaves, and shrubs.
• A kangaroo’s tail is so strong that it can support its entire body weight. 
• Kangaroos have huge feet that help them jump really far. They can hop at speeds of over 56 kilometres per hour and jump as far as 7.6 meters in a single hop.