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Wild Koala Day is an annual event observed on May 3rd that aims to raise awareness about the plight of wild koalas and their habitat. | Wild Koala Day is an annual event observed on May 3rd that aims to raise awareness about the plight of wild koalas and their habitat. | ||
Koalas are marsupials native to Australia and are known for their cuddly appearance and eucalyptus leaf diet. However, koalas are facing several threats, including habitat loss, disease, and climate change. | Koalas are marsupials native to Australia and are known for their cuddly appearance and eucalyptus leaf diet. However, koalas are facing several threats, including habitat loss, disease, and climate change. | ||
The koala is an endangered species in Queensland, New South Wales and the ACT.<ref>[https://archive.is/kN6uF Koala listed as endangered after Australian governments fail to halt its decline] Archived ''The Guardian''</ref> | |||
It is estimated that there are less than 100,000 koalas remaining in their natural habitat, with the possibility of the number being as low as 43,000.<ref>[https://archive.is/NMdl2#selection-463.129-467.1 The Future of Koalas Is in Jeopardy] (Archived) Lewis & Clark Law School</ref> | |||
== External links == | |||
* [https://www.wildkoaladay.com.au Wild Koala Day] | |||
[[Category:Animal awareness days]] | [[Category:Animal awareness days]] | ||
[[Category:Needs expanding]] | [[Category:Needs expanding]] | ||