Koala - adult koala which came down with the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also called koala aids, walks on the ground in a coastal eucalypt forest
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Koala - adult koala which came down with the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also called koala aids, walks on the ground in a coastal eucalypt forest
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Koala - adult koala with the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also called koala aids, walks on the ground in a coastal eucalypt forest.
Otway National Park, Victoria, Australia
Phascolarctos cinereus
The advanced course of the disease is visible by the black and wet patch on the lower belly and upper legs. This disease somehow affects the bladder and the animals aren't able to hold in the urine anymore. The animal will be more and more weakened by it and die eventually. This relatively new illness threatens the wole koala population Australias
Steffen & Alexandra Sailer
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. In this photo, meet our resilient friend - an adult koala who has faced some tough challenges. Afflicted by the deadly illness Chlamydia pecorum, also known as koala aids, this furry marsupial fearlessly walks on the ground in a coastal eucalypt forest of Otway National Park, Victoria. As you can see from the black and wet patch on its lower belly and upper legs, this brave koala is battling against the advanced stage of the disease. Sadly, it affects their bladder function and weakens them over time. However, don't let that dampen your spirits! This incredible creature continues to defy all odds with its indomitable spirit. The koala's unique behavior and ash-colored appearance often make it overlooked in the wild. But did you know they are Australia's iconic marsupials? Spending most of their time high up in treetops munching on eucalypt leaves (which are toxic and low-nutrition), these leaf connoisseurs have adapted to digesting such challenging fare. While others may snooze through most of the day to escape intense heatwaves Down Under, our determined koalas emerge during evening hours for their feeding frenzy. Let's celebrate these remarkable creatures who remind us that even in adversity, resilience shines bright like a gum tree canopy!
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