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Discover the Unbelievable Truth About Australia’s Most Underrated Kangaroo When most people think of Australian wildlife, the image of the kangaroo instantly springs to mind—graceful, powerful, and iconic. Yet, among Australia’s diverse bunyip cousins, one kangaroo species often flies under the radar, despite being just as fascinating and underrated as its more famous relatives: the Red-flanked Dunnart Kangaroo (Macropus rufigenys)—or more commonly recognized, the Red-necked Pademelon—or even better, the Black-flanked Rock-wallaby (Petrogale lateralis). While technically not a “kangaroo” in strict taxonomy, this unassuming marsupial deserves a spotlight for its incredible adaptability, striking appearance, and ecological importance. ### Why This Australian Kangaroo is Underrated While red kangaroos and wallabies dominate public imagination, smaller rock-wallabies like the Black-flanked Rock-wallaby are remarkably resilient. Found clinging to rugged cliffs and rocky outcrops across southwestern Australia, this kangaroo relative often escapes attention—both visually and online. Yet, it embodies survival at its finest.