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‘Really muscly’ kangaroo tries to drown man as the two trade blows in heavyweight tidal fight

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Last updated: May 25, 2025 10:21 pm
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The Epic Battle Between Man and Kangaroo During Australian Flooding

It was a scene straight out of a movie – a massive kangaroo, as big as a car, engaging in a fierce fight with an Australian man in the midst of devastating floodwaters. The incident occurred in Port Macquarie, Australia, following a severe storm that had caused widespread flooding in the area.

The man, identified as Don James, found himself in a life-threatening situation as the muscular kangaroo attempted to drown him in the floodwaters. Recounting the harrowing experience, James described how he was submerged underwater, kicking and screaming as he fought for his life.


The historic flooding hit Australia last week — and led to an angry battle between a man and kangaroo. Image source: NEW SOUTH WALES STATE EMERGENCY SERVICE/AFP via Getty Images

The confrontation began when James encountered the kangaroo while walking along the road. Sensing danger, he warned a passing driver about the aggressive animal, which had likely been displaced by the flooding. However, the kangaroo turned its attention towards James and launched a full-on attack.

Witnesses described the surreal sight of a man and a kangaroo engaged in a physical altercation, exchanging blows like seasoned fighters. As the struggle intensified, James lost his footing and fell into a pool of floodwater, where the kangaroo attempted to hold him down and drown him.

The encounter ended when the roo got spooked.
The encounter ended when the roo got spooked. Image source: Imogen – stock.adobe.com

Fortunately, the dramatic showdown came to an abrupt end when the kangaroo suddenly retreated, apparently startled by something nearby. James, shaken but grateful to have survived the ordeal, reflected on the traumatic experience.

Wildlife experts explained that animals, especially kangaroos, can become aggressive and unpredictable during natural disasters like flooding, as they are under immense stress and confusion. The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by wildlife in extreme situations and the importance of staying vigilant and cautious.

See also  Man nearly beat stranger to death with chunk of concrete after being arrested twice in 3 days: prosecutors

The epic battle between man and kangaroo amidst the Australian flooding will go down in local lore as a testament to the resilience and unpredictability of nature.

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