Victoria State, Australia

10/31/2015

Today kangaroos raced along in the fields beside me as I rode. What a special scene cycling at 30 kph and herds of kangaroos hopping beside in the grass just as fast. The groups are called mobs. A kangaroo can hop at up to 60kmh (40mph). It can also leap over obstacles up to 3m (10ft) high. Because of the unusual shape of its legs and its bulky tail a kangaroo can't walk or move backwards very easily nor can they swim. Amazing animals. Plus Im making friends with the local Angus. They like Canadians I think.Although its a little unsettling as I stopped here for a quick bathroom break with all these eyes watching me after running up close

1 Comment

Monica

10/31/2015 09:47:36 am

Love the photo of the herd of cattle staring at you. Bet you talked to them too, I would have.

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