Macropus rufogriseus (Desmarest, 1817)
Red-necked wallaby
Species recognized by T Orrell (custodian), The Integrated Taxonomic Information System
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Table Of Contents
- Description
- Morphology
- Behavior
- Reproduction and Life History
- Trophic Strategy
- Ecology and Distribution
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Conservation
- Relevance
- Uses
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Literature References
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Morphology
Physical Description
Head and body length= 925-1,050 mm; tail= 700-750 mm; Hind foot= 220-230 mm;
ear length= 76-78 mm. Males are notably larger than females.
Red-necked wallabies are named for the reddish fur on their napes and shoulders. The rest of the body is fawny gray with a white chest and belly. The tail is gray above and white below. Hands and feet are gray, becoming black at the ends of the digits. The muzzle is dark brown, and the ears of red-necked wallabies are longer in proportion to other macropods.
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