The animal known for having a pouch to carry its young is the kangaroo. Native to Australia and its surrounding islands, kangaroos are marsupials, which means they give birth to relatively undeveloped young that continue to grow in their mother’s pouch. The pouch provides a secure environment where the joey can nurse and develop until it is ready to venturing outside. This unique feature allows the mother kangaroo to remain mobile while caring for her young. There are several species of kangaroos, and they typically inhabit grasslands, forests, and savannas.