Omagh: Hunt continues for missing wallaby in County Tyrone

Wallabies are smaller than kangaroos at about 1m (3ft) tall

Attempts to find an on-the-run wallaby that got out of its enclosure on Sunday are continuing in County Tyrone.

The marsupial - one of two that live at Glenpark Estate near Omagh - escaped by leaping over a fence after reportedly becoming startled.

It was last seen on the Gortin Road in Omagh on Sunday evening.

Speaking on Tuesday afternoon, owner of Glenpark Estate, Richard Beattie, said park staff are continuing efforts to locate the missing marsupial.

A team of eight are searching an area within a half-mile radius around the park, he said.

Mr Beattie told BBC Radio Ulster that he remained confident the wallaby would be found.

"We want to get the animal back again as soon as possible," Mr Beattie said.

"It's two days now since the animal went missing, but there is plenty of food out there and the weather is right for it so we are hopeful to come across the animal soon."

He encouraged anyone who may have spotted the animal not to approach it, but to contact the police and Glenpark Estate staff immediately.

Mr Beattie said there is a vast area to cover, with some difficult terrain to wade through, but believes the wallaby has not ventured too far from the estate.

Mr Beattie told the public that there was no danger to the public or other animals

Mr Beattie said there was no danger to the public or animals as wallabies are known to be "quiet animals".

"There is no problem whatsoever, there is no danger whatsoever," he said.

Wallabies, which are native to Australia, are smaller than kangaroos and are about 1m (3ft) tall on average.

The team are offering a reward for anyone who assists in the animal's safe return.