Yellow-footed rock-wallaby
A species of Rock-wallabies Scientific name : Petrogale xanthopus Genus : Rock-wallabies
Yellow-footed rock-wallaby, A species of Rock-wallabies
Scientific name: Petrogale xanthopus
Genus: Rock-wallabies
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Description
The yellow-footed rock-wallaby is grey to fawn-grey above and light-coloured below with a black mid-dorsal stripe from the crown of the head to the centre of the back. There is a distinct white cheek stripe, with ears ranging in colour from orange to grey-brown. The forearms and hind legs are bright yellow to rich orange to a light orange-brown. The tail is orange-brown irregularly ringed with dark brown and golden-brown, with the colour of the tip variable from dark brown to white. The head and body length is 480–650 mm (usually 600 mm), with tail length 570–700 mm (usually 690 mm), and weight 6–11 kg. 
General Info
Lifespan
10-12 years
Diet
Yellow-footed rock-wallaby predominantly feeds on grasses, favoring native variations. With the seasonal cycle, it varies its diet to include leaves, fruits, and seeds, demonstrating opportunistic foraging behavior.
Appearance
Yellow-footed rock-wallaby is a medium-sized marsupial with a well-adapted, rock-hopping body shape. It boasts a dense fur coat, predominantly grey-brown, with darker stripes running from its head to the base of its long, bushy tail. Remarkably, its underparts are noticeably pale and its feet bear specialized, roughened soles ideal for leaping on rocks. No significant differences exist between genders and age groups visually.
Behavior
Yellow-footed rock-wallaby is a nocturnal and agile jumper, adept at navigating rocky terrain in search of foliage and fruits. Notably, it uses scent marking to communicate and assert territorial dominance. It displays unique social dynamics, forming small, often female-led, family groups. In typical environmental conditions, yellow-footed rock-wallaby can go without water for long durations, relying on its food for hydration.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Diprotodontians Family
Macropods Genus
Rock-wallabies Species
Yellow-footed rock-wallaby 
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