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1. Macropodidae

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   The family name Macropodidae derives from the Ancient Greek words $\mu\alpha\kappa\rho\acute{o}\varsigma$ (makros, "long") and $\pi o\acute{u}\varsigma$ (pous, "foot"). The classification of Macropodidae is complex, with ongoing refinement through molecular and morphological studies. Modern taxonomy generally recognizes two subfamilies: Macropodinae (the kangaroos and wallabies) and Sthenurinae (an extinct group known for extremely robust hindlimbs, although sometimes this designation is reserved for the tree-kangaroos, Dendrolagus).
   The family currently encompasses approximately 66 ex…