Wallabies used as lawn mowers in Britain

More wallabies, marsupials native to Australia and New Zealand, are being purchased in Britain. Landowners have traditionally used sheep to graze on large areas of land to keep the grass down, but many are turning to wallabies because they are "cuter, friendlier and more exotic."

Wallabies may not be the cheapest option. According to a Telegraph article, males can cost over $200 in US dollars and females can run you nearly $1000. That doesn't include food and bedding. Still, it's a price many are willing to pay. The largest private supplier of wallabies in Britain, Waverly's Wildlife, has reported doubling orders in 5 years.

Anyone interested in using wallabies for lawn mowing purposes should have at least 1/2 acre and fences at least 5 feet high to prevent escape.

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