Watercolor illustration of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby (Onychogalea lunata)

Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby

Onychogalea lunata

Extinct

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

EX Extinct

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Canguro Rabipelado Occidental
French Onychogale Croissant

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby?
The scientific name of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby is Onychogalea lunata. It belongs to the genus Onychogalea.
What is the conservation status of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby?
Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby (Onychogalea lunata) is classified as Extinct by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby belong to?
Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby (Onychogalea lunata) belongs to the genus Onychogalea, which is part of the taxonomic family Macropodidae.
What kingdom does Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby belong to?
Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby (Onychogalea lunata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby?
The closest relatives of Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby in the genus Onychogalea include Bridled Nail-tail Wallaby.

Genus Onychogalea — 2 Species

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Bridled Nail-tail Wallaby
Onychogalea fraenata
VU
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Crescent Nail-tail Wallaby
Onychogalea lunata
EX

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