Koala Behavior and Biology

The video provides fascinating insights into koalas, covering their unique anatomy, such as backward-facing pouches and dual thumbs, which aid in climbing. It explains their digestive process, including the need for bacteria from their mother's feces to digest eucalyptus leaves. The video also highlights koalas' poor eyesight but excellent sense of smell, their extensive sleeping habits, and how they mark territory using a scent gland. The presentation concludes with an invitation to explore more Australian wildlife stories.

Who is the presenter in the video?

• Mike from Australia Zoo

• Sarah from Taronga Zoo

• John from Melbourne Zoo

• Kylie from Wild Life Sydney Zoo

Why do baby koalas sit in an upside-down pouch?

• Because they are related to wombats

• To avoid falling out

• To protect them from predators

• To keep them warm

What unusual food do baby koalas eat to gain necessary bacteria?

• Insects

• Tree bark

• Their mother's feces

• Eucalyptus leaves

How many thumbs do koalas have on each hand?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

What helps koalas climb high trees?

• Their two thumbs on each hand

• Their strong legs

• Their sharp teeth

• Their long tails

What sense is particularly strong in koalas?

• Taste

• Smell

• Hearing

• Sight

How many hours a day do koalas typically sleep?

• 16 hours

• 8 hours

• 20 hours

• 12 hours

What prevents koalas from getting pins and needles while sleeping?

• Their sleeping position

• A special cartilage plate in their rump

• Their diet

• Their thick fur

Where is the scent gland located on male koalas?

• On their back

• On their chest

• On their paws

• On their head

What do male koalas use their scent gland for?

• To attract females

• To find food

• To communicate with other koalas

• To mark their territory