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‘I was shocked’: a scientist tracking koalas films startling behaviour between young males

It’s a cold, drizzly night in a forest west of Melbourne. I’m sitting on a damp log, clutching a thermos of lukewarm tea and watching a koala snooze on a branch above me. Suddenly, it lifts its head. I sit up straight, pen poised to record what happens. But the…

The Conversation · Jan 29, 2025

Victoria's koalas aren't listed as endangered, but some populations are struggling

Koalas in NSW and Queensland have been declared endangered but that doesn't mean Victoria's koalas aren't at risk too. Experts say it's more important than ever that they're protected.

ABC News · Feb 18, 2022