Is There Such a Thing as a 5 Legged Animal?

The tail of a kangaroo provides more power of movement than its fore and hind limbs.
Is There Such a Thing as a 5 Legged Animal?
A kangaroo stands next to a rare waterhole as sheep gather as they look for food on a station near White Cliffs in New South Wales, Australia, on July 19, 2002. William West/AFP via Getty Images
Irina Antonova
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Biologists would most likely say “no,” but one group of scientists believes otherwise.

Australia is known for its unique flora and fauna, and kangaroos are one of its amazingly unique animals.

Irina Antonova
Irina Antonova
M.S., Ph.D.
Irina Antonova holds a M.S. in Genetics (from Bulgaria) and Ph.D. in Biotechnology (from Australia). Throughout her career, Irina worked as a scientist in academia and the industry, as well as teaching at universities. She enjoys learning about the mysteries of mind, body, life, and the universe.
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