Matschie's Tree-kangaroo
Dendrolagus matschiei
Conservation Status
EndangeredMammalia · Diprotodontia · Macropodidae
About
Matschie's tree-kangaroo, also known as the Huon tree-kangaroo is a tree-kangaroo native to the Huon Peninsula of northeastern New Guinea island, within the nation of Papua New Guinea. Under the IUCN classification, Matschie's tree-kangaroo is an endangered species. The scientific name honours German biologist Paul Matschie. The indigenous population refers to it as a Boongarry.
Fun Fact
They are very adept at hopping and can leap up to 30 feet (9 m).
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in deciduous forests and tropical rainforests because they remain in trees for most of their days.
Diet
Eat high fiber foods, they only eat maybe about 1 to 2 hours throughout the day and the other time of the day they are resting and digesting their food.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Loss
- Poaching and Hunting
- Human-Wildlife Conflict
- Disease