Koalas live in the trees and die on the ground, research shows


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Koalas are a nationally endangered and iconic species in Australia, yet their populations are rapidly declining due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and disease. — Photo: Robert Michael/dpa

Koalas spend most of their time in trees – but are in deadly danger when they descend to the ground, new research shows.

The marsupials are an endangered species in Australia and their populations are rapidly declining due to habitat loss, fragmentation, and disease – plus further, urgent threats.

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