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An immersive entertaining journey into the hidden life of the koala revealing what life is really like up in the trees
Despite their iconic status and celebrity koalas remain something of a mystery Often affectionate in captivity they seek out human assistance when in need of water or care yet can also be fierce and belligerent They are beloved worldwide and feature in popular childrens stories but are also plagued by sexually transmitted diseases and maligned for a lack of intelligence Their diet consists solely of leaves that are full of toxins In some states they are threatened with extinction while in others they are dying from overpopulation

Fuelled by her biologists background and deep curiosity Danielle Clode delves into the world of koalas to discover whats behind the sweet face on thousands of postcards From their megafaunal ancestors to the disastrous effects of colonisation from remarkable conservation success in the 1920s to the devastating bushfires of 20192020 Clode tells the story of koalas and their complex relationship with humans Sharing the latest scientific insights and mythbusting facts all woven through Clodes awardwinning storytelling Koala takes readers up into the trees to reveal the truth about this extraordinary animal and what must be done to ensure its survival

The treedwelling koala is one of Australias most iconic species yet it is threatened by habitat loss Danielle Clode a natural storyteller has written an insightful book that deepens our understanding of this fascinating animal and highlights the urgency of its survival PETER WOHLLEBEN author of The Hidden Life of Trees