Australian scientists have begun vaccinating wild koalas against chlamydia in an ambitious field trial in New South Wales. The aim is to test a method for protecting the beloved marsupials against a ...

Koalas are an endangered species. This was not always the case, as the wild, adorable marsupials were once widespread across ...

Koalas spend most of their time in trees — but are in deadly danger when they descend to the ground, new research shows. The marsupials are an endangered species in Australia and their populations are ...

Scientists in Australia are vaccinating wild koalas against chlamydia in an attempt to stop the sexually transmitted disease from wiping out the population. A team of scientists aims to catch and ...

Often referred to as "koala bears," koalas are actually not bears, but marsupials like kangaroos, opossums and wombats. And their itty-bitty babies are called joeys, born into the world hairless and ...

Koalas might appear to be all cuddly and sleepy, but these star Australian marsupials are full of interesting surprises. Slightly resembling teddy bears, these marsupials are tree-climbing mammals ...

One might think the tree-hugging cuties would be receiving the royal treatment since its Australia’s national icon. And, in some parts of the country, the marsupials are endangered. But, no. The truth ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Scientists in Australia have just begun vaccinating wild koalas ...

While Save the Koala Day officially took place on September 26, it’s never too late to celebrate one of Australia’s most iconic (and misunderstood) animals. Often referred to as “koala bears,” koalas ...

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A five-course dinner with koalas? That is exactly what the Rosamond Gifford Zoo is offering to people as a unique learning experience with two of its newest residents. Even though ...