A Matschie's tree kangaroo joey made its public debut at the Bronx Zoo in New York, born in December and the second of its species born at the zoo since 2021. The species is endangered due to human activities like habitat destruction and hunting.
Key Points
The joey was born in December and is the second of its species born at the Bronx Zoo since 2021
Tree kangaroos are native to the Huon Peninsula in Papua New Guinea and are smaller than Australia's red kangaroo
There are only around 2,500 tree kangaroos in the wild and 42 in captivity
Pros
The birth of the tree kangaroo joey contributes to preserving genetic diversity among endangered animals
Wildlife restoration programs, like those at zoos, play a crucial role in conservation efforts
Cons
The Matschie's tree kangaroo species is threatened by human activities such as habitat destruction and hunting