Inside a Kangaroo Joey Rescue Bottle Feeding a Baby Roo

In the heart of Far North Queensland, Dr. Rae and Peter embark on a mission to explore critical conservation efforts to safeguard Australia’s most iconic creatures — the macropods. These remarkable animals, named for their “large feet,” include kangaroos, wallabies and tree kangaroos. The adventure begins with a passionate team of rescuers who care for orphaned joeys, 95% of which are recovered from their mothers’ pouches after tragic vehicle collisions. From there, our hosts journey into the picturesque Atherton Tablelands to explore a private macropod sanctuary. Here, Dr. Rae and Peter witness the delicate rehabilitation of rare tree kangaroos, including an orphaned joey named Pixie, who must conquer a custom “jungle gym” ropes course to relearn the climbing skills essential for her return to the wild.

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