LC Herbivore Grasslands
18–95 kg
Weight
Up to 23 yrs
Lifespan
56 km/h
Top Speed
AustraliaFound In
Endemic to Australia, the Red Kangaroo is a herbivore species inhabiting grasslands habitats. Weighing 18–95 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Red Kangaroo | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 56.5 kg | 117.3 kg | ↓ 52% |
| Height | 160 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 56 km/h | 40 km/h | ↑ 40% |
| Avg Speed | 56 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 23 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 2% |
Endemic to Australia
Habitat: Grasslands
Found In: Australia
Coloration: Brown, Red
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Group-based.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 30–34 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: Up to 23 years
Population & Outlook
LC Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List — one of 66 species in this database with the same status.
Weight Rank Among Least Concern Species
Ranked #17 of 66 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | Wild Boar | 30–120 kg | LC |
| 16 | Alpine Ibex | 19–120 kg | LC |
| 17 | Red Kangaroo | 18–95 kg | LC |
| 18 | Pronghorn | 40–70 kg | LC |
| 19 | Spotted Hyena | 44–64 kg | LC |
| 20 | Aardvark | 40–65 kg | LC |
The Macropodidae Family
The Macropodidae family has 3 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quokka | 2.5–5 kg | Herbivore | VU |
| Tree Kangaroo | 4–8 kg | Herbivore | EN |