Kangaroo

Marsupials native to Australia and Papua New Guinea.

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Kangaroos are large marsupials native to Australia and Papua New Guinea. Known for their powerful hind legs, long tails used for balance, and pouch for carrying young, they are iconic symbols of Australia.

/kæŋɡəˌruː/

The name 'kangaroo' is believed to derive from a Guugu Yimithirr word, 'gangurru', referring to a specific species of kangaroo.

Kangaroos are big, hopping animals from Australia that carry their babies in a pouch.

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marsupial mammal

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pouch tail hind legs

Australian fauna

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