ZO23023Koala admissions to a wildlife hospital in coastal New South Wales, Australia, over a nine-year period, 2014–2022
The iconic koala population in Australia faces alarming decline due to human-induced threats. This study analyses koala admissions to the Port Macquarie Koala Hospital, revealing that dangerous areas and motor vehicle accidents account for almost half of the cases. Additionally, diseases like chlamydia pose a significant risk, particularly for mature koalas. Urgent action is needed to address these anthropogenic impacts, emphasising public education, reporting, and disease management. These findings provide crucial insights to conserve and protect this beloved Australian species. Photograph from https://www.britannica.com/animal/koala.
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