👉 Jackaroo, also known as a black-backed jackal or macaqui, is a species of mammal in the family Felidae. It is native to South America and its habitat includes forests, grasslands, and wetlands. Jackaroos are large, gray-brown animals with distinctive black spots on their back. They have long ears, soft fur, and short tails. Their body size varies from small to medium-sized, depending on their diet and environment. Jackaroos