All about the Nailtailed Wallabies!

There are three species of Nailtail Wallabies. While the Northern Nailtail is considered common in its range, the Bridle Nailtail is endangered and the Crescent Nailtail is extinct. The Nailtail has a horny tip on the end of their tail. The purpose of this is unknown. Because the Nailtail’s outstretched forearms rotate when they hop, they are sometimes called “organ-grinder” wallabies, and were also known as "flash jack".

The Bridle Nailtail Wallaby from Central Queensland was thought to be extinct, but was rediscovered in the 1970's. This macropod is being successfully bred in captivity and is being released onto private land as well as into National Parks. The Bridle Nailtail Wallaby is known locally as “flash jack” because of its beautiful colouring.