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Edward Narayan, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, The University of Queensland

Testing the stress levels of rescued koalas allows us to tweak their care so more survive in the wild

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Koalas have adapted to Australia’s rugged terrains. But bushfires, land clearing and other extreme threats can mean they suffer prolonged stress – and this has a significant effect on their wellbeing.

Stress can make koalas more vulnerable to disease, suppresses their reproduction and can ultimately lead to their death.

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