Cute Wallaby Joey in Pouch

Ruby is one of the resident wallabies at Huon Bush Retreats. Hand raised, she is now 5 years old and her 3rd joey is quickly growing in the pouch. For the first couple of months after being born, the joey is attached permanently to the teat and is almost immobile. As they grow, they detach from the teat and begin squirming in the pouch. Today, Ruby's joey stretched his legs for the first time. Too long to fit in the pouch, the little feet experienced the cold morning air for the first time. A moment later, joey retreated back into the warmth and security of mum's pouch.