Koalas: The Unique Marsupials of Australia

Where are koalas naturally found?

• Only in Australia and some nearby islands

• In both Australia and New Zealand

• Throughout the Southern Hemisphere

• In tropical regions worldwide

What is a unique feature of marsupials like koalas?

• They are aquatic mammals

• They have a pouch for carrying offspring

• They lay eggs

• They migrate seasonally

Which of the following is a close relative of the koala?

• Emu

• Platypus

• Wombat

• Kangaroo

What adaptation helps koalas climb trees?

• Sharp hooked claws

• Wings

• Long tails

• Webbed feet

What type of diet do koalas have?

• Specialist herbivores

• Insectivorous

• Omnivorous

• Carnivorous

Why do koalas sleep for up to 20 hours a day?

• They are nocturnal

• Their diet is low in nutrients

• They are avoiding predators

• They are conserving water

How do male koalas mark their territory?

• By using a scent gland on their chest

• By making loud calls

• By building nests

• By scratching trees

What is a baby koala called?

• Cub

• Pup

• Joey

• Kitten

What is a major threat to koalas' habitat?

• Overfishing

• Urban noise

• Deforestation

• Air pollution

Why is it important to protect the habitat of endemic species like koalas?

• They can easily adapt to new environments

• They have no other natural habitat

• They are found in many parts of the world

• They are not affected by climate change