Will koalas have a chance in the future?

Answer 1

The koala's outlook for the future is uncertain. There are extensive populations still in parts of Queensland, New South Wales and particularly Victoria, and also on Kangaroo Island, off the coast of South Australia. However, unless further protection measures are brought in, these populations are also likely to decline, as many populations through the eastern states have done. Also, there is still no cure in sight for the disease chlamydia, which is decimating wild koala populations.

Answer 2

Kangaroos currently have a secure future. Increased awareness of conservation and environmental issues have resulted in an increase in the kangaroo population, to the point where licenced culling is carried out in some area, due to overpopulation.

The majority of kangaroo species are not at all endangered. In some parts of Australia, they are considered a pest and, unfortunately, farmers have successfully lobbied to have them culled. Kangaroo meat products can also be bought at butchers' shops and supermarkets.

Kangaroos are uniquely adapted to survive Australian conditions. The mother kangaroo can be pregnant with one baby while another joey is still in her pouch: that second baby will not emerge from the birth canal until the first joey is fully weaned. This way, the health of both parent and baby is ensured.

There are over 60 species of kangaroo, however, and many of the lesser-known species are endangered, especially those in the wallaby family. Rock-wallabies seem to be most prone to endangerment. But the larger creatures commonly recognised as kangaroos, such as Red kangaroos and Grey kangaroos, remain common and prolific.

Answer 3

The majority of kangaroo species are not at all endangered, and have a secure outlook for the future. In some parts of Australia, they are considered a pest and, unfortunately, farmers have successfully lobbied to have them culled. Kangaroo meat products can also be bought at butchers' shops and supermarkets.

Kangaroos are uniquely adapted to survive Australian conditions. The mother kangaroo can be pregnant with one baby while another joey is still in her pouch: that second baby will not emerge from the birth canal until the first joey is fully weaned. This way, the health of both parent and baby is ensured.

There are over 60 species of kangaroo, however, and many of the lesser-known species are endangered, especially those in the wallaby family. Rock-wallabies seem to be most prone to endangerment. But the larger creatures commonly recognised as kangaroos, such as Red kangaroos and Grey kangaroos, remain common and prolific.

Answer 4

they have a place that makes koalas mate so that they don't end up extinct but they still might not have a chance