Kangaroos are iconic Australian animals who have long been used as a symbol within the country to represent moving forward.

Tales of a "Giant Woolly Rat" have been told for decades, yet no scientist had ever confirmed Mallomys istapantap was alive. Until now.

Additionally, kangaroo rats are nocturnal, remaining in cool, humid burrows during scorching daytime temperatures to minimize water loss. Their metabolic efficiency is so extraordinary that they ...

The kangaroo rat, a small rodent with remarkable adaptations, has captured the fascination of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. This charming animal has unlocked the secret to surviving without ...

In the tropical forests of northern Queensland, a small marsupial puzzles scientists. The musky rat-kangaroo, the last surviving member of its family, may hold keys to understanding the evolution of ...

By continuing to study living species like the musky rat-kangaroo and examining fossils from early kangaroo ancestors, researchers move closer to understanding one of the most distinctive adaptations ...

Australia's most endangered marsupial and rarest marsupial in the world, the Gilbert's potoroo, is back thanks to 30 years of conservation efforts.

Agreement calls for 400-acre habitat to protect imperiled Santa Ana sucker fish, kangaroo rat 'Finally, there’s good news for … unique and imperiled species struggling because of habitat loss ...

These animals can survive in harsh environments where water is scarce. Water is essential for life, and most animals rely on ...

To retain as much fluid as possible, a kangaroo rat’s kidneys produce concentrated. They also have fewer sweat glands than many other mammals to prevent excess water loss. These adaptations mean that ...