They need more sleep than most animals because eucalyptus leaves contain toxins and are very low in nutrition and high in fibrous matter so they take a large ... What should I do? read more
Koalas need to conserve as much energy as possible, as the energy value of their diet is low. Koalas generally sleep for about 16 to 18 hours a day. A common misconception is that they are “stoned” after eating the eucalypt leaf. This is not so. read more
Koalas naturally sleep between 18 and 22 hours a day! They have a very slow metabolic rate and need to sleep so much in order to save energy. Koala's main food source is eucalyptus. read more
Koalas sleep about more than 20 hours a day. Koalas have unusual sleeping habits. Koalas are also slow and sluggish. Koalas remain asleep to slow-down their metabolism rates and energy requirements. Koalas Lack Energy and Strength. Koalas lack energy and strength. read more