• The dusky pademelon is a small kangaroo inhabiting the forests of New Guinea.
• It has a short tail.

The dusky pademelon has short, dense fur of a dark color for camouflage in forests; the young exhibit rapid growth. Strong hind legs allow the species to jump quickly across forest litter. The adult dusky wallaby possesses a compact body adapted for life in dense forests and large eyes to aid vision in such conditions. The male and female both have one tail, which helps maintain balance during jumps.