1. Koala Bears
By Phoebe Keen

2. Basic facts Koala bears are Mammals. They live for 17 years.
Koalas are 30 pounds.
They have big black noses.
Koalas have soft wool like fur.
Koalas also have pouches.

3. Habitat Koalas live in south Australia. They also live in Queensland,
New South Wales and Victoria.

4. Diet In Australia there are 4050 different kinds of eucalyptus leaves.
Koalas also eat box leaves and mistletoe.
Different species of eucalyptus grow in different parts of Australia.

5. Place in the food chain Koalas are herbivores
So they are low in the food chain.
Almost anything can eat a Koala.

6. Why is This Animal Endangered
In the1920s they were hunted for their fur. This had a big effect on their population numbers.
Today, habitat destruction, traffic deaths and dog attacks are the cause of their population decline.

7. Glossary Herbivore: an animal that only eats plants.
Claws: sharp curved nails on the feet of some animals
Eucalyptus: woody plants
Grind: to wear down
Marsupials: animals that carry their babies in pouches

8. About the Author
Hi, my name is Phoebe. I am 8 years old and my favorite animal is a polar bear. My favorite subject is reading and writing. I also like friendship, art and animals. My sport is favorite skiing.