Koala Found Chilling in Tree at UC Berkeley Campus

The koala was first spotted by a student on the UC Berkeley campus on October 3. The sleepy marsupial was perched high in a tree near the Campanile, taking a well-deserved break from the day's heat.

Koalas are typically found in eucalyptus groves in eastern Australia, but they have been known to wander into new territory from time to time. In 2009, one was spotted perched in a palm tree near Los Angeles City Hall.

"It's not every day you see a koala out and about in nature," said Tania signal, spokesperson for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. "This is definitely an opportunity for people to get up close and personal with one of our most iconic animals."

Koalas are listed as vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species, with an estimated population of fewer than 100,000 individuals. The main threats to their survival include habitat loss and fragmentation, deforestation, and climate change.

Koala Rescued From Overhead Power Lines in Sydney

A koala was recently rescued from a precarious position, stuck in overhead power lines in Sydney. The situation could have turned out much worse, as the koala was only inches away from electrocution.

Firefighters responded to the scene and were able to carefully remove the koala from the wires. The animal was then transported to a nearby wildlife hospital for treatment.

It's unclear how the koala became stuck in the power lines, but officials say it's lucky that it was spotted in time. Koalas are commonly seen in the area where the rescue took place.

This isn't the first time firefighters have had to rescue a koala from dangerous circumstances. In fact, there have been several similar incidents in recent months.

Officials are warning people to be careful when driving near areas where koalas are known to live, as they may be crossing roads and busy intersections. Koalas are often struck by cars, leading to serious injuries or death.

Hopefully this latest rescue will remind people of the importance of keeping an eye out for these iconic Australian animals.

Oklahoma Woman Tries to Take Home Baby Koala She Found Wandering On Road

Oklahoma Woman Tries to Take Home Baby Koala She Found Wandering On Road

An Oklahoma woman who found a baby koala on the side of the road said she tried to take it home, but officials wouldn't let her keep it.

The female koala was about the size of a small cat and was spotted by motorists Saturday morning on Highway 20 near Chickasha, KFOR-TV reported.

The woman, who wasn't identified, told the station she wanted to take the animal home, but officials with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation said she couldn't because koalas are a protected species.

"We appreciate people's good intentions, but taking an animal into your home is not always best for them," said an official with the department. "Koalas can be very fussy eaters and require a specialized diet that can be hard to replicate in a backyard."

The department planned to release the young koala back into the wild after it was checked out by a veterinarian.

Arizona Zoo Offers Free Admission to All Koalas in Honor of Australia Day

To commemorate Australia Day, the Arizona Zoo is offering free admission to all of its koalas. This is a great opportunity for visitors to learn more about these iconic animals and their native habitat.

Koalas are native to Australia and can be found in eucalyptus forests and woodlands. They are typically grey or light brown in color, and measure about 2-3 feet in length. Koalas are herbivores and primarily eat the leaves of Eucalyptus trees. They have a specialised digestive system that allows them to extract nutrients from these leaves.

Koalas are marsupials, which means that their young develop in a pouch on the mother's body. A newborn koala is just 1 inch long and weighs less than half an ounce. The joey will stay in the pouch for about six months, after which it will start to ride on its mother's back. Koalas can live up to 18 years in the wild, though average life expectancy is closer to 10-12 years.

The Arizona Zoo is home to four koalas: two males named Barry and Bowie, and two females named Mia and Willow. These koalas can be seen at the main exhibit near the entrance of the zoo. Visitors can learn more about these fascinating animals by talking to one of the zoo staff members or by reading one of the informational displays throughout the exhibit.

San Diego Zoo Welcomes Four New Koalas from Australian Wildlife Conservation Center

The San Diego Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of four new koalas from the Australian Wildlife Conservation Center. This marks the first time in nearly two decades that koalas have been added to the San Diego Zoo population.

The new koalas—two females and two males—were transported from Australia to California on a cargo plane, and they are now settling into their new home at the zoo. Visitors will be able to see them in the Koala Outback exhibit, where they will reside for a minimum of six months.

Officials with the Australian Wildlife Conservation Center say that the four newcomers were among nine koalas that were rescued from a wildfire near Melbourne last year. The other five koalas have been sent to other zoos around the world.

Koalas are native to Australia and can be found in coastal areas from Queensland to Victoria. They are listed as "vulnerable" on the IUCN Red List, due to habitat loss and fragmentation, increasing competition from livestock for food, and vehicle strikes.

The San Diego Zoo is one of only a handful of zoos in North America with koalas on exhibit. In addition to the four new arrivals, the zoo has six other koalas—three males and three females.