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Bronx Zoo's Baby Tree Kangaroo Is Too Cute
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Jen Chung
Published Mar 14, 2009
Modified Mar 14, 2009
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Start your "awww"s now: The Bronx Zoo released a photograph and video of one of its newest addition: A baby Matschie's tree kangaroo! The joey was actually born on July 4 last year, but since they are delivered in an embryonic state, they crawl back into their mothers' pouches for another 39-41 weeks. This little guy started exploring his home in the Jungleworld exhibit this week, with mom Arboroo nearby. In this video, you'll see him emerge from Arboroo's pouch!
According to Zoo and Aquarium Visitor, "The species is native to the rain forests of Borneo. The zoo’s adult tree kangaroo diet consists of browse, kale, and root vegetables, while the joey’s diet is provided by mom with some “tasting” of solid foods." The Bronx Zoo is open 365 days a year. Its funding is also threatened (video), due to proposed state budget cuts—learn how you can help here.
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Jen Chung is a former WNYC and Gothamist editor.
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