Andrew

Pastel on Pastelmat paper (Sold)

67 cm W x 88 cm H
Andrew is a big Red Kangaroo, (Macropus rufus) one of the many offspring of the famous alpha-male Red Kangaroo “Roger”, raised in the Kangaroo Sanctuary in Alice Springs. The Red Kangaroo is the largest of all kangaroos, which are terrestrial marsupials native to Australia, and they are found over most of the arid parts of the country, preferring flat open plains. Big Reds may weigh as much as 90kg and reach 1.8 meters in height when standing. When male kangaroos fight over potential mates, they appear to be boxing. They balance on their strong tails, grab their rival with their forearms and kick with their powerful hind legs. They attempt to push their opponent off balance. Kangaroos can also bite and wield sharp claws, which they may do in battle with an enemy like a dingo.