Wallaby Quiz
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Why are wallabies and kangaroos grouped seperately?
Wallabies and kangaroos are very closely related and are grouped separately because of their size difference.
Wallabies are smaller, kangaroos are bigger.
Wallabies look like kangaroos but are not closely related to them.
Wallabies are carnivores, kangaroos are herbivores.
Wallabies are native to Europe, Wallabies are native to Australia
Wallabies are the only marsupials without a pouch for their babies.
Wallabies have a pouch where they carry their young for about 4 months.
True
False
How many species of wallabies are there?
There are about 30 species of wallabies. They vary in size and live in a variety of habitats.
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What is the main function of their large and strong tail?
The tails of kangaroos and wallabies are not prehensile and is mainly used for balance and support.
Self defense
Thermoregulation
Balance
Grip food
Where can you find wallabies?
Wallabies are native to Australia and New guinea, but many introduced populations have developed in France, New Zealand, Scotland, Ireland, etc.
Australia
France
New Guinea
United States
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