Kangala (SciiFii)

The kangala (Thylacolossus simum) is a species of giant kangaroo that originally did not exist, but has since been created by SciiFii and introduced throughout the open woodlands, grasslands, and shrublands across Australia to help boost biodiversity. Despite its massive size or its appearance, the kangala is not related to either short-faced kangaroos, nor to kangaroos of the genus Macropus, but is most closely related to the tree-kangaroos (Dendrolagus). The kangala is the largest ever marsupial, growing to be about 20 feet (6 meters) in length from head to tail, and can weigh about 4 tonnes (4.4 short tons). Due to its massive size, the kangala does not hop, so it instead walks on all fours, but can stand up using its tail as a third leg. Due to its massive size, its fur is relatively short, rather than being long, to prevent overheating. Filling the similar ecological niche to giraffes and ground sloths, the kangala is a browsing herbivore that uses its prehensile lips to select any available leaves and fruits. The kangala is a social herd-dwelling animal that lives in family groups of up to about 12 members at a time. The conservation status of the kangala is Least Concern due to successful conservation efforts, the kangala's wide range and its tolerance to many of the human activities.