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Eastern Grey Kangaroo

Macropus giganteus

Photo by Steve A
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Description:

The Eastern Grey Kangaroo is a large kangaroo found in southern and eastern Australia, with a population of several million. It is also known as the Great Grey Kangaroo. A big Eastern Grey male typically weighs around 66 kg (145 lb.) and stands almost 2 m (6 ft.) tall.

Habitat:

Often seen around these parts in open grassland and farmlands

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PublishedMay 28, 2011

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