2. Koala bear By Nicolette B

3. Physical Characteristics  Gray/brown fur, white chin, and chest  They grow about two feet tall and can weigh up to 30 pounds.  They are chubby, but not fat, it is lean muscle.  No tail, pear-shaped body  Black, leathery nose

4. Behavioral Characteristics  Like to be alone  Sleeps 18 hours a day  Baby koalas are called JOEYS.  They live in their mother’s pouch until they are 8 months old.  They are usually quiet,but growl, grunt, or groan.

5. Habitat  Sleep in eucalyptus trees without falling out  Habitat is getting destroyed by people cutting down trees  They live in Australia

6. Food Preferences  Eucalyptus leaves  Get water from leaves

7. Interesting Facts  Have long powerful arms and legs  would make good Olympic gymnasts  Dingos are koalas enemies  Eat and sleep in the same tree for years  Live 10-14 years  Same finger prints as humans