The Red-necked Wallaby is a medium-sized marsupial with a reddish-brown neck and a long tail. They are known for their strong hind legs, allowing them to cover large distances in search of food.
Habitat
Open grasslands and woodlands.
Diet
Herbivorous, feeding on grasses and leaves.
How common
Common
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