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A group of red kangaroos (Macropus rufus) using their powerful hind legs and feet to hop.
Kangaroos exhibit an irregular activity rhythm. Generally, they are most active at night and during periods of low light, though it is common to observe them in the open during bright sunlight as well.1
While this general pattern applies to most kangaroos, related species such as the rat kangaroo typically follow nocturnal habits, with the notable exception of the musky rat kangaroo, which is primarily active during the day.2