What kind of temperament do koalas have?

Koalas aren't bears; they are related to Kangaroos and Possums. They give birth to tiny unformed young, and nurse them in a pouch (marsupium) just as do Kangaroos. They have a rotten disposition, and are liable to bite and scratch. read more

“Koalas are ***holes.”-a direct quote from my Aussie best friend, a Queensland native, when I said koalas were cute. Apparently they're rather dumb and nasty, at least the ones in QLD. read more

Despite their 'cuteness' male Koalas are very loud and boisterous and can growl with the best of them. They can be very territorial and aggressive in the mating season to their own kind. Never try to pick one up unless you know exactly what you are doing. rather nasty scratching can fester easily. read more

They do not need very good vision because they do not have to watch out for predators when they are in the trees. Since they eat leaves instead of animals, they do not need good vision for hunting, either. Ear Big, furry, pale – fringed ears provide keen hearing. Teeth Koalas have powerful jaws equipped with 30 teeth for chewing. read more