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Why should we save koalas?
Why it matters In the wild, koalas serve as ambassadors for the many other species that also inhabit the Australian bush. Protecting bushland areas in an effort to save koala populations also protects the habitat of a wide range of animal and plant species such as possums, gliders, wombats, quolls, birds, and reptiles.
Who is trying to save the koalas?
Conserving the Wild Koala and its Habitat The Australian Koala Foundation (AKF) is the principal non-profit, non-government organisation dedicated to the effective management and conservation of the Koala and its habitat.
What is the best charity for koalas?
Koala Charities
- Australian Koala Foundation.
- World Wildlife Fund – Australia.
- Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors.
- Koala Hospital – Port Macquarie, NSW 2444.
- Friends of the Koala.
- Conservation Volunteers Australia.
- IFAW.
- Wildcare Australia.
How do I donate to koalas?
Post your cheque or money order to Australian Koala Foundation REPLY PAID 2659, Brisbane, Queensland 4001. Australia – The Koalas thank you for your donation. Donations to Save the Koala Fund of $2 and over are tax deductible.
How can we save Koalas in Australia?
Plant Koala food trees. Don’t forget out find out which kinds of gum trees are the favourites of Koalas in your area. More information about Koala food trees. When out driving, ask your parents and friends to be very careful not to hit wildlife crossing roads, especially at night.
How can we save koalas in Australia?
Is the Koala Hospital legitimate?
The Port Macquarie Koala Hospital was established in 1973 and is a licensed wildlife rehabilitation facility. The Hospital is a popular tourist attraction which welcomes thousands of national and international visitors every year. Admission is free.
What does WWF do for koalas?
Koala is the first partner to support WWF’s Towards Two Billion Trees campaign, which aims to grow and save two billion trees in Australia by 2030. Together, we will create homes for koalas and end deforestation in Australia.
Can you adopt a koala as pet?
Because koalas are a protected species. They are considered to be vulnerable, but according to the WWF and other sources, they may soon be endangered due to a plummeting population. Although you cannot keep a koala in your home as a pet, you can “adopt” a koala by donating to the Australian Koala Foundation.