Koala Collection (#7)

Koala in tree, Kangaroo Island, Phascolarctos cinereus, Australia

Koala in tree, Kangaroo Island, Phascolarctos cinereus, Australia

Baby Koala
Close-up of baby koala

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) and young
Kangaroo Island, South Australia

On the point of sleep
Koala sleeping in fork of tree at Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia

Koala in tree

Koala in tree

Australia, Sydney, Phascolarctos cinereus, family Phascolarctidae, Koala relaxing in a tree

Australia, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, created for protection of koala bears
Australia, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, created for the protection of koala bears

Australia, Victoria, Gippsland, Raymond Island, Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) sitting on tree

Phascolarctos cinereus (Koala). Family Phascolarctidae. Koala in a tree at Lone Oine Koala Sanctuary, Brisbane, Australia

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) hugging tree branch

Koala, Phascolarctos cinereus, with grey-white fur, sitting in a tree

Koalas C018 / 1798
Koalas. Mother and baby koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) in a tree. This arboreal herbivorous marsupial is native to Australia. Photographed in Australia

Koala in a tree C018 / 1800
Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) in a tree. This arboreal herbivorous marsupial is native to Australia. Photographed in Australia

Lemur skulls from Madagascar
Two skulls show the incredible diversity of lemurs on Madagascar

Phascolarctos cinereus, koala
Illustration from The Mammals of Australia (1863) by John Gould

Phascolarctos cinereus, koala
Plate 5 from a collection of 49 original watercolour drawings of animals by Ferdinand Lucas Bauer (1760-1826), from the H.M.S. Investigator expedition to Australia, 1801-1803

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) in the Townsville sanctuary, Queensland, Australia, Pacific

Koala scratch marks - deep marks on a Manna Gum Tree, made by Koala's tough and sharp claws
SAS-1561 Koala scratch marks - deep marks on a Manna Gum Tree, made by Koala's tough and sharp claws. Cape Otway, Victoria

Koala clear feed - a nearly clear-fed Manna Gum, damage done by the cute Koala
SAS-1560 Manna Gum - a nearly clear-fed tree, damage done by the Koala. This happens, when the population in a forest is too big Cape Otway, Victoria

Australia, Queensland, Brisbane, Fig Tree Pocket. Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary, Koala (phascolarctos cinereus)

Australia, Kangaroo Island. Koala in eucalypytus tree

KOALA. Line engraving, 19th century

KOALA. The ashy koala. Line engraving, 19th century

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) adult, feeding on eucalyptus leaves, South Australia, Australia

Mother koala and young (Phascolarctos cinereus) eating leaves in a tree. The young koala (left) is called a joey. The koala is an arboreal (tree- living) marsupial

Koala sleeping. The koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) is relatively sedentary and sleeps for up to 18 hours a day. This is due to its poor diet

Koala Phascolarctos cinereus Phascolarctos cinereus baby riding on back

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) adult female with young on back, sitting on branch (captive)

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) adult female with young, sitting on branch (captive)

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus) adult male, yawning, Australia

Koala Phascolarctos cinereus Phascolarctos cinereus young riding on back

Koala PM 3455 With infant, Australia. Phascolaretos cinereus © Pat Morris / ARDEA LONDON
PM-3455 KOALA - WITH INFANT Australia. Phascolaretos cinereus Pat Morris Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Mother Tucks Son In
A rather glamorous mother looks dotingly at her son whom she has just tucked into bed with his cuddly koala bear for company

Koala (Phascolarctos cinereus), in a eucalyptus tree, Yanchep National Park, West Australia, Australia, Pacific

Koala - strong male Koala about to climb a slim tree. Male Koalas mark the ground
SAS-1543 Koala - strong male Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Male Koalas mark the ground and tree trunks in their territory with urine

Koala - femala Koala sitting in the foreground and a male in the background on the ground in a beautiful coloured
SAS-1542 Koala - female Koala sitting in the foreground and a male in the background Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus The male is just waiting for its chance to advance

Koala - widenangle shot of two male Koalas clinging to two seperate trees having a discussion about territory borders
SAS-1541 Koala - widenangle shot of two male Koalas clinging to two seperate trees Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Bellows

Koala - adult koala which came down with the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also called koala aids
SAS-1539 Koala - adult koala with the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also called koala aids, walks on the ground in a coastal eucalypt forest

Koala - wideangle shot of an adult feeding on the tough, toxic and low-nutritioned leaves of an eucalypt tree - Otway
SAS-1538 Koala - wideangle shot of an adult feeding on the tough, toxic and low-nutritioned leaves of an eucalypt tree Otway National Park, Victoria

Koala - cute portrait of mother and child embracing each other lovingly. They look very happy
SAS-1535 Koala - mother and baby Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Koala - portrait of an adult feeding on the tough, toxic and low-nutritioned leaves of an eucalypt tree - Otway
SAS-1533 Koala - portrait of an adult feeding on the tough, toxic and low-nutritioned leaves of an eucalypt tree Otway National Park, Victoria

Koala - adult sitting comfortably wedged in a tree fork of an eucalypt tree looking sleepily around - Otway National
SAS-1532 Koala - adult Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Koala - side portrait of an adult - Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia
SAS-1531 Koala - side portrait of an adult Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Koala - adult sits on a comfortable looking branch in an eucalypt tree observing intensely another koala on the ground
SAS-1529 Koala Otways National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Koala - adult female rests in a comfortable looking tree fork in a tall eucalypt tree - Otway National Park, Victoria
SAS-1528 Koala - adult female Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia Phascolarctos cinereus Steffen & Alexandra Sailer Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Koalas: Masters of Survival and Motherhood" In the lush Australian wilderness, a heartwarming sight unfolds as a koala mother carries her young on her back, embarking on an adventurous journey to find a new feeding and sleeping tree. With each step she takes, the young clings tenaciously to its mother's fur, ensuring it won't fall off. Meanwhile, high up in the towering eucalyptus trees, another adult koala sits peacefully amidst tough and toxic leaves that provide little nutrition. Undeterred by these challenges, it skillfully reaches out with one arm to pluck a twig adorned with fresh leaves. Balancing precariously on the branches with its other arm firmly gripping onto safety, this determined creature refuses to let go. Captured in breathtaking photographs like those from Australia's JPF29811 or Otway National Park, we witness the beauty of nature at play. A female koala gracefully perches alongside her young amidst the leafy canopy while exploring their habitat together. These adorable marsupials symbolize resilience and family bonds that are truly awe-inspiring. From Magnetic Island in Queensland to Brisbane's Eucalyptus tree branches, these Phascolarctos cinereus captivate our hearts wherever they roam. Their iconic presence has made them synonymous with Australia itself – an emblematic species cherished worldwide for their unique charm. As we observe these fascinating creatures indulging in their favorite pastime of munching on eucalyptus leaves or engaging in nurturing moments between mother and child, we can't help but marvel at their adaptability and strength. The Koala stands tall as an enduring symbol of survival against adversity. So next time you catch a glimpse of these enchanting beings clinging tightly or feasting upon low-nutritioned foliage high above ground level - remember that behind those innocent eyes lies a story of determination and love.