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Jumping for Joeys! Meet the Adorable New Tammar Wallabies at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
There’s a new hoppening crowd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and they’re impossibly cute! 🦘 Just in time to add a little extra spring to your step, Tammar wallabies — the smallest species of wallaby in the world — have made their official debut at the park, and we’re totally mob-sessed!
You’ll find these wide-eyed wonders exploring The Oasis, near the entrance to Animal Kingdom. Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, Dr. Mark Penning, gave us the exciting update via Instagram, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome these bouncing new residents.
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What’s So Special About Tammar Wallabies?
Let’s dig into the adorable details:
- Tiny but mighty: Even fully grown, Tammar wallabies only reach about two feet in height and weigh around 15–20 pounds. Their short, dark grey fur is accented with reddish sides and a tan belly — basically the designer handbag of marsupials.
- Tail talk: Their 15–17 inch tail does double duty — helping them balance as they move and acting like a third leg when they sit. That’s right, these guys have built-in kickstands!
- Mob mentality: These wallabies don’t roll solo. They live in groups called “mobs”, which can include up to 50 fellow wallabies — perfect for a little Oasis hopping social hour.
Baby Joeys and Marsupial Magic
Let’s talk babies — because the Tammar wallaby’s reproductive cycle is straight-up wild (and wonderful):
- After a one-month gestation, mom gives birth to a single joey, which cozies up in her pouch for 8–9 months.
- The joey won’t even poke its head out until it’s about 150 days old.
- Mom has a secret marsupial superpower called embryonic diapause — she can pause her next pregnancy until conditions are ideal!
A Conservation Conversation
While these wallabies are currently listed as Least Concern by the IUCN, their native Australia is seeing massive habitat loss, with over 50% of the land used for agriculture. Logging and land clearing continue to pose serious threats.
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The good news? Even your morning routine can help! Supporting sustainable products like Bird Friendly Coffee helps protect animal habitats across the globe — from tropical birds to bouncing wallabies.
Ready to Hop to It?
Next time you visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom, make a beeline (or should we say hop-line) for The Oasis to meet these pocket-sized ambassadors for conservation. Whether you’re a lifelong marsupial fan or just discovering the wonders of the wallaby, this is one new arrival you won’t want to miss!
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