By Michelle Burgum | Donor Relations Officer
Age: Juvenile Sex: Female Weight: 1.66kg
Found: Charlotte was sadly left an orphan after her mum was hit by a car in Nanango, QLD.
Transported to: The Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital by a local wildlife carer.
Veterinary Assessment: Dr Bec was on duty to assess Charlotte when she arrived. Under anaesthetic Charlotte was x-rayed and Dr Bec unfortunately found that she had fractured both her legs.
Treatment: Charlotte was immediately given pain medication and fluids and was transferred to ICU whilst she awaited specialist surgery to pin her fractures.
Future: Thankfully Charlotte's surgery was a success and she will now remain in the small mammals ICU until her condition has stabilised. After this, Charlotte will be transferred to a registered wildlife carer to raise her to adulthood before being released back into the wild.
AZWH Fact: Eastern grey kangaroos are fast and agile thanks to their powerful legs and tail. Males can stand taller than a grown man and can weigh over 66kgs!
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