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Is the koala prey

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Koalas are hunted by dingoes, wild domestic dogs and foxes. Goannas, wedge-tailed eagles, and large owls are a danger to baby koalas. To escape their enemies, koalas on the ground run to and climb up the nearest tree.

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Yes.Koalas may fall prey to dingoes, domesticated dogs and foxes, as well as the occasional python.

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No, it is a vegetarian and it feeds on leaves and shoots of a particular stage of maturation from particular species of eucalyptus.

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Yes. Birds of Prey can be predators of smaller koalas, while dingoes and dogs are also predators when koalas move between their home trees.

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Yes. Various animals prey on the koala, including dingos, dogs, foxes and cats. Birds such as eagles and hawks will take young koalas if the opportunity presents itself.

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