Are there koalas in the Grampians?

Answer 1

Yes. Koalas are certainly found within the Grampians National Park. The tiny town of Dadswells Bridge, which features the Giant Koala tourist complex, is considered the gateway to the Grampians.

Answer 2

Yes.

Koalas were wiped out in South Australia by the 1920s, due to habitat loss, land clearing and the fact that a strong trade in koala fur existed. New colonies have been introduced into parts of the Fleurieu Peninsula, and they are succeeding to breed and increase. Another colony was introduced onto Kangaroo Island, off the SA coast, and it has bred so successfully that overpopulation has become a concern.

Answer 3

Yes. There are many suitable eucalyptus bushland habitats in New South Wales where koalas are found. However, they used to be found throughout the central coast, and they have all but disappeared from this region.

Answer 4

Yes. Koalas are native to eastern Australia. They are not found in the wild in any other country.