Kangaroo Dundee

Kangaroo Dundee (2013-2014)

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Brolga is a tough Australian who lives in the desert outback with a mob of orphaned kangaroos. He rescues baby joeys from the roadside when their mothers are killed and nurses them back to health. Now he is sharing his one room tin shack with three joeys he hopes to return to the wild. But with desert fires and marauding wild dogs, will they make it? You just have to watch Kangaroo Dundee to see for yourself.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Episode 6Jan 10, 2014
S01E05Episode 5Jan 3, 2014
S01E04Episode 4Dec 20, 2013
S01E03Episode 3Dec 13, 2013
S01E02Episode 2Dec 6, 2013
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Kangaroo Dundee' premiere?

'Kangaroo Dundee' premiered on September 27, 2013.

What is 'Kangaroo Dundee' about?

'Kangaroo Dundee' is a TV documentary series about an Australian man named Chris 'Brolga' Barnes who rescues and raises orphaned baby kangaroos at his kangaroo sanctuary in the Australian outback.

What inspired the creation of 'Kangaroo Dundee'?

Chris Barnes, the star of 'Kangaroo Dundee', was inspired to start his kangaroo sanctuary after spending several years working as a tour guide in the Outback, during which he rescued and rehabilitated over 100 orphaned baby kangaroos.

How does Chris Barnes take care of the orphaned baby kangaroos?

Chris Barnes takes care of the orphaned baby kangaroos by hand-raising them, which involves feeding them special formula milk every few hours, keeping them warm with blankets, and teaching them how to socialize with other kangaroos.

How many kangaroos does Chris Barnes care for at his sanctuary?

Chris Barnes cares for around 30 kangaroos at his sanctuary, many of whom were orphaned as a result of their mothers being hit by cars.

Has Chris Barnes ever been injured while caring for the kangaroos?

Yes, Chris Barnes has been injured several times while caring for the kangaroos, including being kicked in the face by an adult kangaroo and having his arm broken by a baby kangaroo who wanted to play.

What challenges does Chris Barnes face while raising baby kangaroos?

Chris Barnes faces several challenges while raising baby kangaroos, including keeping them properly nourished, socializing them with other kangaroos, and ensuring that they are able to integrate back into the wild once they are old enough.

What is Chris Barnes' background?

Chris Barnes is a former the Army Sergeant who served in Timor, Bosnia, and the Gulf War, and later worked as a tour guide in the Australian Outback.

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