Macropodidae

Kangaroos (Macropodidae) is a family of organisms sharing recent common ancestry and similar characteristics. It contains 8 genuss with 16 known species. Key genus groups include Dendrolagus, Lagorchestes, Lagostrophus, Kangaroos, Onychogalea, and Petrogale. Among its members, 7 species are currently classified as threatened (Critically Endangered, Endangered, or Vulnerable). It belongs to Marsupials (Diprotodontia).