Nothing against kangaroos, but they don't really belong in trees. They're hoppers, not climbers. Eff that, says the tree kangaroo, I'm getting my climb on. And so it was. To fit in, the tree kangaroo has evolved big ol' claws and stumpy legs, which makes it look a bit awkward but hey there's actually a purpose to all this. Watch this week's episode of Absurd Creatures above to learn more!

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