Koala bear By Nicolette B
Physical Characteristics Gray/brown fur, white chin, and chest They grow about two feet tall and can weigh up to 30 pounds. They are chubby, but not fat, it is lean muscle. No tail, pear-shaped body Black, leathery nose
Behavioral Characteristics Like to be alone Sleeps 18 hours a day Baby koalas are called JOEYS. They live in their mother’s pouch until they are 8 months old. They are usually quiet,but growl, grunt, or groan.
Habitat Sleep in eucalyptus trees without falling out Habitat is getting destroyed by people cutting down trees They live in Australia
Food Preferences Eucalyptus leaves Get water from leaves
Interesting Facts Have long powerful arms and legs would make good Olympic gymnasts Dingos are koalas enemies Eat and sleep in the same tree for years Live years Same finger prints as humans