Koala Facts and Adaptations

The video from FreeSchool educates viewers about koalas, clarifying that they are not bears but marsupials. It covers their unique characteristics, such as their pouches for carrying joeys, their diet of eucalyptus leaves, and their habitat in eastern Australia. The video also highlights koalas' sleeping habits and the challenges they face due to habitat destruction. Conservation efforts are emphasized to ensure koalas have enough eucalyptus trees to thrive.

What distinguishes koalas from bears?

• Koalas are reptiles.

• Koalas are birds.

• Koalas are amphibians.

• Koalas are marsupials.

What is the size of a newborn koala joey?

• The size of a basketball.

• The size of a football.

• The size of a jellybean.

• The size of a tennis ball.

How long do koala joeys stay in their mother's pouch?

• About 12 months.

• About 9 months.

• About 6 months.

• About 3 months.

Where are koalas naturally found?

• Northern Australia.

• Eastern Australia.

• Southern Australia.

• Western Australia.

What do koalas primarily eat?

• Bamboo leaves.

• Grass.

• Eucalyptus leaves.

• Pine needles.

How do koalas get most of their water?

• From the leaves they eat.

• From streams.

• From rain.

• From ponds.

Why do koalas sleep so much?

• They are nocturnal.

• They are lazy.

• Digesting eucalyptus leaves requires a lot of energy.

• They are avoiding predators.

What adaptation helps koalas climb trees?

• Strong wings.

• Short, curved claws and two thumbs.

• Webbed feet.

• Long tails.

What is a major threat to koala habitats?

• Overpopulation of koalas.

• Increased rainfall.

• Deforestation by humans.

• Invasive plant species.

How many eucalyptus trees does a koala need?

• About 100 trees.

• About 50 trees.

• About 10 trees.

• About 200 trees.