Matschie's Tree Kangaroo Flashcards
(27 cards)
What is the range and habitat of the Matschie’s tree kangaroo?
Tropical forest in New Guinea.
What is the status of Matschie’s tree kangaroo?
Endangered.
Who is the Matschie’s tree kangaroo named after?
German biologist Paul Matschie.
How long do Matschie’s tree kangaroos get?
Three feet.
How much do Matschie’s tree kangaroos weigh?
Around 20 pounds.
How old can Matschie’s tree kangaroos get?
20 years.
What is the gestation period of Matschie’s tree kangaroo?
45 days
How many months does it take for joey Matschie’s tree kangaroos to leave the pouch?
11
What sense do Matschie’s tree kangaroos not possess very much of?
Hearing.
Describe the Matschie’s tree kangaroo’s feet.
They have long, curved claws with soft pads that aid in climbing.
What does syndactylous mean?
Two digits that are fused together and look like one.
Are the limbs and fingers of the Matschie’s tree kangaroo able to move independently and flexibly?
Yes.
What do Matschie’s tree kangaroos use their tails for?
To offset their balance.
Are the upper and lower jaws of the matschie’s tree kangaroo the same?
No. The upper jaw has one canine and three incisors, while the lower jaw has one canine and no incisors.
How high can Matschie’s tree kangaroos be found?
Up to 10,000 feet.
Are Matschie’s tree kangaroos solitary?
Yes. They only stay together as a family.
When do Matschie’s tree kangaroos come down from the trees?
They come down to feed.
How far to the ground can Matschie’s tree kangaroos leap?
30 feet.
How does the Matschie’s tree kangaroo cool itself?
It licks its limbs and uses the evaporation to cool itself.
What do Matschie’s tree kangaroos eat?
Leaves, fruits, insects, and mosses.
Are Matschie’s tree kangaroos timid?
Yes.
How many hours a day does the Matschie’s tree kangaroo spend sleeping?
15
Are Matschie’s tree kangaroos territorial?
Yes. They frequently mark their boundaries and fight.
Why can Matschie’s tree kangaroos maintain a constant body temperature throughout the year?
They have a high metabolic rate.
