Overview

• Two Bennett’s wallabies fled their Belgian home on Sunday while their owners were abroad, with initial sightings in Mouscron’s Herseaux district.
• Authorities confirmed both marsupials remain free and have been spotted on both sides of the border, including a nighttime video in Wattrelos.
• Police describe the wallabies as non-aggressive but easily spooked, making capture efforts difficult.
• Belgian authorities have formally enlisted French police support and are urging the public to report any sightings.
• Belgium allows private ownership of Bennett’s wallabies without special permits, unlike France’s stricter exotic pet regulations.