Kangaroo

An exciting look at the habitats, life cycle and food chain of the kangaroo. Follow a kangaroo joey as it takes its first steps away from its mother's pouch towards life in the Australian woodlands and plains. Join the young kangaroo as it explores its surroundings and watch it learn vital survival skills from its mother and other members of the family group. Along the way you will meet some of the other unusual animals that share the kangaroo's habitats. Find out about the threats facing the kangaroo and what can be done to protect this unique animal. Includes an animal map, locator map, life cycle summary, 'unusual fact' boxes, topic web and further information.