Yellow Footed Collection

Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby - South Australia - Marsupial - Now common only in the Flinders Ranges-SA - Inhabits dry
CAN-2550 Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby South Australia Petrogale xanthopus John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Metatarsus and toes of the dodo and various pigeons
Metatarsus and toes of the dodo, Raphus cucullatus 1-5, foot of the yellow-footed green pigeon, Treron chlorigaster 6, stock dove, Columba oenas 7 and partridge pigeon, Geophaps smithii 8

Yellow-footed tortoise, Chelonoidis denticulata
Yellow-footed tortoise or Brazilian giant tortoise, Chelonoidis denticulata (tabular tortoise, Testudo tabulata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Blakembre after an illustration by George Shaw

Shell of the yellow-footed tortoise, Chelonoidis denticulata
Yellow-footed tortoise or Brazilian giant tortoise, Chelonoidis denticulata (denticulated tortoise, Testudo denticulata). Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Beale after an illustration by George

Green sea turtle, loggerhead turtle, soft-shelled
Green sea turtle, Chelonia mydas 1 (endangered), loggerhead sea turtle, Caretta caretta 2 (endangered), Nile soft-shelled turtle, Trionyx triunguis 3, yellow-footed tortoise

Skulls of pigeons and dodo
Skulls of tooth-billed pigeon, Didunculus strigirostris, critically endangered 1, 7, 8, 9, 10 dodo, Raphus cucullatus 2, yellow-footed green pigeon, Treron chlorigaster 3, 6, crowned pigeon

Curtis British Entomology Plate 257
Hymenoptera: Evania fulvipes (Curtis) = Brachygaster minutus (Yellow-footed Evania) [Plant: Wahlenbergia hederacea (Campanula hederacea, Ivy-leaved Bell-flower)] Date: 1824-39

Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby (Petrogale xanthopus) adult, standing amongst rocks, South Australia, Australia

An adult yellow-footed gull (Larus livens) on the nesting area on Isla San Esteban in the midriff region of the Gulf of
Michael Nolan / SplashdownDirect

South American Yellow-footed Tortoise / Morocoy Tortoise Trinidad
DE-2850 South American Yellow-footed Tortoise / Morocoy Tortoise Trinidad Geochelone denticulata M. D. England Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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AUS-183 Yellow-footed rock wallaby (Petrogale xanthopus) pair. Flinders Ranges, South australia Nicholas Birks / Auscape / ardea.com Auscape Please note that prints are for personal display purposes

Yellow-footed Gull - adult - Soaring Sonora - Mexico
CAN-3484 Yellow-footed Gull - adult - Soaring Sonora - Mexico Larus livens John Cancalosi Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

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The yellow-footed rock wallaby, a marsupial native to South Australia, is now only commonly found in the Flinders Ranges. This unique creature thrives in dry and rocky areas, making its habitat truly remarkable. Unfortunately, due to human predation for fur, their populations have significantly declined over time. Interestingly enough, the yellow-footed rock wallaby shares a common trait with other species like the dodo and various pigeons - their metatarsus and toes are also yellow. However, it's important to note that these species are quite distinct from one another. Another fascinating member of the animal kingdom with yellow feet is the yellow-footed tortoise (Chelonoidis denticulata). Its shell showcases an exquisite pattern that perfectly complements its vibrant foot coloration. While we're on the topic of turtles, let's not forget about green sea turtles and loggerhead turtles. These magnificent creatures also possess strikingly colored shells but lack those distinctive yellow feet. For those interested in studying these animals further, examining their skulls can provide valuable insights into their anatomy and evolution. The skulls of pigeons and even the extinct dodo offer intriguing comparisons within this context. If you're looking for visual representations of these captivating creatures or simply want to admire their beauty up close, Curtis British Entomology Plate 257 offers stunning illustrations that showcase every intricate detail. To truly appreciate the majesty of the yellow-footed rock wallaby firsthand though, imagine an adult standing confidently amongst rocks in Australia during October. Their presence alone is awe-inspiring as they navigate their rocky domain with grace and agility. Whether they are sitting peacefully or perched atop a towering boulder overlooking their surroundings, these adult wallabies exude strength and resilience against all odds. While populations may have dwindled due to man-made factors such as fur hunting throughout history; today we must protect these incredible creatures so future generations can continue to marvel at the beauty of the yellow-footed rock wallaby.