Articles related to "Koala"

The koala has large fluffy ears, a spoon-nose and bright button eyes. Historically, it has been a victim of 'progress' and the fur trade, but is now an endangered species

The koala is a small nocturnal marsupial that lives in eucalyptus trees along the south-eastern coast of Australia.

The koala is a beloved and well recognized animal. When the koala thinks only of himself he ends up paying a price for it.

Koalas are probably one of the most picky eaters on Earth, choosing only a small sampling of food for its diet out of hundreds of available food sources.

A day at the Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary just outside Brisbane in Australia includes a scenic river cruise, masses of bats, & feeding frenzies with lots of marsupials.

Although Chlamydia is present in most koalas, the decimation of the eucalyptus forests has made this disease deadly.

Not endangered but falling, koala population suffers from an STD, causing reproductive rates to drop. Stress increases illness levels. Vaccine to slow spread of disease.

Koalas are internationally recognised as iconic Australian marsupials. Developers are being encouraged to consider these original inhabitants when building new suburbs.

People may not realize it, but the greatest environmental threat to the earth might not be solely degradation, but also the rapid extinctions of plants and animals

Celebrity winemakers have the cash to indulge their inner vintners by making wine as a posh pastime. But are celebrity wines any good?

Healesville Sanctuary is a fauna park where paths wind through different habitats showcasing koalas, wombats, dingoes, kangaroos, etc. and over 200 bird varieties.

When visiting Perth, Western Australia, a day out at the Caversham Wildlife Park will introduce to Australia's great animals like kangaroos, koalas, wombats and more.

A stroll through the aisles of Babies R Us reveals many adorable crib bedding sets. However, nursery bedding can pose a serious risk to infants.

Brisbane is the state capital of Queensland. It has plenty to offer visitors with its laid-back holiday atmosphere and near perfect climate year round.

Accomodation in Tarifa offers some fabulous places to stay that will make a beach holiday in Spain more exciting. Look for the extras that offer something special.

Kangaroo Island's wildlife is unique in Australia and you are almost guaranteed a sight of many of the creatures as you roam the fox- and rabbit-free island.

People have witnessed a variety of rare albino and "white" animals across the world and gained better understanding about their differences.

Kangaroo Island is an unspoiled paradise separated from the rest of South Australia by only 15km of sea but a world away from daily cares and with a gentle pace to life.

Holidaymakers and visitors can travel to Logan's Beach at the end of the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, Australia, to see lots of native animals and wildlife in the wild.

Learning about zoo animals can be fun for your preschooler or early elementary aged children. This lesson plan includes a craft and fun activities for reinforcement.

There are many picture books for children that include Australian characters and celebrate the Australian culture.

Looking to invest in hard precious metals assets? The Australian Perth Mint offers investment coins in gold and silver to help diversify a precious metals portfolio.

The cruise along the Derwent River from Hobart to Claremont is picturesque and the Cadbury Chocolate Factory tour is fun and informative with free samples of chocolate.

Exploring Kangaroo Island offers endless opportunities to see native Australian wildlife, such as Kangaroos, Koalas, Echidnas and Sea Lions in their natural environment.

Things to do include Kangaroo Point, Stradbroke Island, Lone Pine, Dreamworld, rock-climbing, Castlemaine brewery, a paddle steamer and Tamborine Mountain.

3 cheap or free hand-picked must-see places in Brisbane, QLD - Mt Coot-Tha Lookout, the City Hall Clock Tower, and the fabulous CityCats.

Convenient to reach from the city of Chiang Mai, the Chiang Mai Zoo and its 10,000 animals are well cared for.

Classic cartoonist/comic writer Don Ragnvald Christensen dies aged 90.

Wisconsin's largest zoo has animals from around the world plus rides such as a train, carousel, and zoomobile.

If they travel to this town on Australia's East coast, holiday makers can try surfing, whale watching, safaris on Lighthouse Beach and visiting sick koalas on Lord St.

There are distinct differences between albino animals and those that are "white," and there are specific traits to look for in order to distinguish these rare conditions.

Visitors don't need to head outback to experience Australian wildlife. There are many family-friendly Sydney attractions featuring Australian animals close to the city.

Travel to Tasmania, the island state of Australia, should include a wildlife encounter at the Bonorong Wildlife Park only a short drive from Hobart.

Australia in the winter months of July and August provides travelers from North America and Europe with the perfect vacation destination and plenty of adventure.

Winter is fast approaching and that only means it's flu and cold season. No matter how we try to avoid catching the flu or a cold, in some way or another it will catch us

Visitors to the Gold Coast are certainly spoiled for choice as this article shows. Narrowing down the selection can be impossible without a little guidance.

Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit is up for Best Feature and Kids' Vote at this year's Childrens' BAFTA awards.

Veterinary surgeons look beyond western scientific medicine to follow physicians in treating their patients with therapies such as acupuncture, herbs and reiki.

The red desert, the Outbook and Uluru, the biggest rock star on the planet, plus some of the strangest environments in the world.

Planning your visit to Taronga Zoo will pay dividends. Make sure you don't miss some of the outstanding exhibits and daily shows. Save cash on tickets. Learn more here.

The most influential aspect of Gann's work was his observation that time is a major constraint on price movements. When time "runs out" the market is ready for a reversal

The Gold Coast is home to marvellous beaches, theme parks and numerous attractions. Yet it also has the most breathtaking mountain views and stunning natural habitats.

"What the %^&* is this Puppet Up! thing?" you ask. Check out TBS' site to view clips from the show.

Seven people have died because of a toxic waste crisis in Abidjan. The catastrophe, unfortunately, mirrors the domestic affairs of the nation.

Boomers and seniors with time, money and daring spirits are likely to love Pacific Rim journey; sleep in same cabin but go ashore for treks, flights kayaks, local food.

World Animal Adventure from Baby Einstein teaches kids about the different animals around the world and in which continent they reside.

Christmas in Australia and Christmas in the Northern Hemisphere would not be the same without a visit from Santa Claus, but ithe Australian Santa has his own style.

Sydney's major attractions for kids includes beaches, the Aquarium, the Taronga Zoo, Darling Harbour, ferry rides from Circular Quay, discount packages and the monorail.

The Yarra Valley is one of Australia's best wine and food regions and only a short drive from Melbourne.

It's cool in Byron Bay, there's a vibrant arts community, tourism is low-key, eating out is cheap and kids are welcome everywhere.