Tree Kangaroos
Our topic is about tree kangaroos. They are one of the many endangered species on our world, and we think that the tree kangaroo should be saved. This essay is going to tell the reader about tree kangaroos, and give reasons to preserve this species. Tree kangaroos should be saved because they are a type of animal in our world and they should stay that way. In the vast planet we have learned to call home, every animal counts. The tree kangaroos’ population is slowly disintegrating. Before we talk about why these creatures should be saved, here’s some background information. Tree kangaroos are one of the largest marsupials, and are related to the kangaroo and the wallaby. There are over 10 different species of tree kangaroo, ranging from rainforests in Australia to New Guinea and it’s surrounding islands. They can also be found in mountainous areas and lowlands. This animal has adapted to live in trees. Tree kangaroos are very good jumpers, though they have small feet. They can jump from a tree with ease, which is usually a 30 feet distance. They can also spring into trees. They are skilled climbers with very long tails that can help them balance. This species is slow and clumsy on the ground. They move about a walking pace and hop awkwardly so that they can balance their heavy tails. Tree kangaroos often have nocturnal behavior, so more can be easily found at nighttime. They feel more comfortable in darkness of the sky, though some of them prefer both. Male tree kangaroos weigh more than the females. Males usually weigh 25 pounds while females weigh 20. The life span of the tree kangaroo is approximately 14 to 20 years, depending on their habitat. Tree kangaroos have a pouch, like all marsupials. Babies are born individually after a month long period. It takes the babies a year before they can live outside the pouch. Tree Kangaroos are herbivores, and their diet consists of leaves and fruit. They are also ruminants, which mean
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