Mount Claro Rock Wallaby

Petrogale sharmani

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Mammalia · Diprotodontia · Macropodidae

About

The Mount Claro rock-wallaby, also known as Sharman's rock-wallaby, is a species of rock-wallaby found in northeastern Queensland, Australia. It is a member of a group of seven very closely related species also including Godman's rock-wallaby and Herbert's rock-wallaby.

Fun Fact

It is the smallest of the genus and one of the rarest.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Restricted to the Seaview and Coane Range west of Ingham.

Diet

Feeds on grass shoots, fruits, seeds and flowers by hand-feeding.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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