Kangaroos

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Sciences & Technology

One size doesn’t fit all for conserving our iconic kangaroos

New research works out where and when to apply planned fire for the benefit of kangaroos and other Australian animals in a time of rapid environmental change

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Arts & Culture

Kangaroo hunting in colonial Australia

A new book explores how the kangaroo became a quarry, a resource and a point of violent conflict between settlers and Australia’s Aboriginal people

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Sciences & Technology

How staying close to mum pays off for kangaroos

Researchers have discovered that kangaroo offspring are much better off staying close to their mothers even when weaned and independent

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