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red-necked wallaby

Macropus rufogriseus

Least Concern

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red-necked wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Found across Europe (11 countries) and South America (Colombia).

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇨🇿 Czech Republic 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇭🇺 Hungary 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇳🇱 Netherlands 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇱 Poland 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Diprotodontia (Marsupials)

Family

Macropodidae (Kangaroos)

Genus

Macropus (Kangaroos)

Species

Macropus rufogriseus (red-necked wallaby)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ualabi de cuello rojo

French kangourou de bennett

German Bennettkänguruh

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black-striped wallaby

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of red-necked wallaby?

The scientific name of red-necked wallaby is Macropus rufogriseus. It belongs to the genus Macropus.

What is the conservation status of red-necked wallaby?

red-necked wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does red-necked wallaby live?

red-necked wallaby is found in Found across Europe (11 countries) and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Belgium, Colombia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Poland.

What family does red-necked wallaby belong to?

red-necked wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus) belongs to the genus Macropus, which is part of the taxonomic family Macropodidae.

Is red-necked wallaby endangered?

No, red-necked wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does red-necked wallaby belong to?

red-necked wallaby (Macropus rufogriseus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of red-necked wallaby?

The closest relatives of red-necked wallaby in the genus Macropus include black-striped wallaby, parma wallaby, red kangaroo, tammar wallaby.