Why Do People Hate Koalas?

The video debunks several myths about koalas, including misconceptions about their brain size, diet, and behavior. It clarifies that koalas do not have the smallest brains among mammals, and their brains are average-sized for marsupials. The video also explains that koalas are not stoned from eating eucalyptus leaves, as they have specialized gut bacteria to detoxify them. Additionally, it addresses the myth that koalas cannot recognize eucalyptus leaves on a plate, explaining their selective eating habits. The video concludes by highlighting koalas' unique adaptations and behaviors, such as regurgitating food and consuming fecal pap to acquire necessary gut bacteria.

Why do koalas have to be picky about the eucalyptus leaves they eat?

What adaptations do koalas have to deal with the toxicity of eucalyptus leaves?