How do kangaroos keep their young safe?

Kangaroos keep their young safe by carrying them in their pouch, a specialised fold of skin on the mother’s abdomen. The pouch provides warmth, protection, and access to milk as the joey develops. Kangaroo mothers are highly vigilant and will flee from predators while carrying their joey. If threatened, they can use their powerful legs to deliver strong kicks as a defence. This pouch system ensures the joey’s survival in a challenging environment.