Sometimes also known as the "Forester", this kangaroo lives in small groups but may congregate in large numbers when feeding. It is usually active from late afternoon until early morning, resting in the shade of trees and shrubs during the day.

Grasses, herbs, and spinifex.

A single young weighing less than one gram is born after a pregnancy of 36 days. The joey begins to leave the pouch for short periods when about nine months of age, but continues to be suckled until it is about 18 months of age.

Distributed throughout most of the eastern states of Australia, including Tasmania.  It has increased in numbers since European settlement due to  pasture improvement, and the provision of watering points for stock.