Swamp wallaby

Swamp Wallaby, Black Wallaby - Scientific name: Wallabia bicolor
The Swamp Wallaby is not as common in Sydney as it once was, but can still be found in a few places in its preferred habitat of thick forest undergrowth or sandstone heath. This small, stocky wallaby has dark brown fur, often with lighter rusty patches on the belly, chest and base of the ears. It feeds on a variety of plants including introduced and native shrubs, grasses and ferns.

Breeding occurs throughout the year and, like many marsupials, females can suckle two joeys of different ages. The pouch life of each joey is eight to nine months, although they may continue to suckle until 15 months of age.

Distribution:
Eastern Australia, in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and south-eastern South Australia. Introduced in New Zealand.

Habitat:
Forests and woodlands, heath.

Size:
Body 66-85 cm, tail 64-86 cm.

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