A kangaroo is a type of marsupial that is native to Australia. Recognizable by its powerful hind legs, large feet, and long tail, kangaroos are well adapted for jumping, which is their primary mode of locomotion. They are herbivorous animals, primarily grazing on grasses and leaves. Kangaroos are social creatures, often found in groups known as mobs. Unique to marsupials, female kangaroos have pouches where they carry and nurse their young, called joeys, until they are mature enough to leave. Kangaroos are an iconic symbol of Australia’s wildlife and are featured in various cultural representations.