• A group of kangaroos is called a mob. A male is a boomer and a female is a jill.
  • Babies are referred to as joeys, like all other marsupial babies. If you’re into your sports, see how many Aussie sports teams you can find that use the kangaroo and its affiliates as their mascots.
     
  • Kangaroos are indigenous to Australia (seriously this should be higher on your list of things to see than a beach!)
 
  • Kangaroos are strict herbivores, however they hardly release any methane, unlike most cattle.
     
  • Kangaroo meat is commonly found in Australia and is considered to be a healthier and more sustainable option than other types of meat.
     
  • There are more kangaroos in Australia than there are Australian people.