5 Fascinating Facts About Koalas 

Charles Strawn

Koalas Are Marsupials, Not Bears 

1

They are marsupials, meaning they carry and nurse their young in a pouch, unlike bears. 

Can Sleep up to 18 Hours 

2

Koalas are known for their long sleeping habits, snoozing up to 18 hours a day to conserve energy. 

Eucalyptus Leaves Is the Primary Food 

3

Koalas primarily feed on eucalyptus leaves, which provide most of their hydration and nutrition.

Are Solitary Animals 

4

Koalas are generally solitary, preferring to live and move about on their own rather than in groups. 

Possess Unique Fingerprints 

5

Koalas possess unique fingerprints, similar to humans, which can be used to identify individual animals. 

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