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Koala: Phascolarctidae - Physical Characteristics, Diet, Behavior And Reproduction, Conservation Status - GEOGRAPHIC RANGE, HABITAT, KOALAS AND PEOPLE

GEOGRAPHIC RANGE

Koalas are found in isolated patches along the eastern coast of Australia from Queensland to Victoria.

HABITAT

Koalas eat only eucalyptus (yoo-kah-LIP-tus) leaves. Therefore, they are limited to areas where eucalypts grow. This can range from wet tropical forests to dry open woodlands.

KOALAS AND PEOPLE

Aboriginal peoples of Australia hunted koalas for food, as did Europeans when they arrived in Australia. Today koalas are symbols of Australia recognized throughout the world. Their image attracts many tourists, and their image can be found on all types of souvenirs. Very few koalas are sent to zoos outside Australia because of the difficulty in keeping them supplied with fresh eucalyptus leaves.

Koala: Phascolarctidae - Physical Characteristics

Koala: Phascolarctidae - Diet

Koala: Phascolarctidae - Behavior And Reproduction

Koala: Phascolarctidae - Conservation Status

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