1. Red Kangaroo (Osphranter rufus): This species is native to the vast arid and semi-arid regions of central and western Australia. Red kangaroos are known for their large size and were a significant food source for many Aboriginal communities.
2. Eastern Grey Kangaroo (Macropus giganteus): Found in the eastern states of Australia, including New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria, the Eastern Grey Kangaroo was another essential dietary component for Aboriginal people.
3. Western Grey Kangaroo (Macropus fuliginosus): Inhabiting the western regions of Australia, the Western Grey Kangaroo was an important food resource for Aboriginal tribes in those areas.
4. Common Wallaroo (Macropus robustus): This kangaroo species is found in rocky areas of New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia. It was also a food source for Aboriginal populations.
5. Agile Wallaby (Notamacropus agilis): While not strictly a kangaroo, the Agile Wallaby is closely related and was consumed by Aboriginal communities in various regions of Australia.
In general, Aboriginal people relied on hunting and gathering as primary means of sustenance, and kangaroo meat was highly valued for its nutritional value and its relative abundance.