The country of Australia which is a large country with a large area makes an animal, including kangaroo, is required to have the ability to reach remote locations quickly in order to get food and water for its life. the physical condition of this kangaroo who is able to jump far enough. This kangaroo can jump 8 meters (5 feet) with one jump, even this kangaroo can reach distances of more than 50 kilometers per hour.
The secret is the big and strong back legs of the kangaroo. The hind muscles are very strong and elastic. At each jump, this hind muscle will store energy that is ready to be used for the next jump. The strength of the kangaroo is also supported by the two hind legs that are only able to work together, so that when the two hind legs jump the muscles push the kangaroo's body to a great distance.
In addition to the two hind legs, this kangaroo jump is also assisted by its tail as a counterweight. At the time of jumping, the tail of the kangaroo is swung like moving his hind legs so that there is movement or momentum that he gets. So, when the kangaroo's hind legs are stretched to the maximum, the tail will point down too, as well as when its hind legs are pushed forward, the tail will be lifted into the air.
