Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, life cycle, and natural environment of the koala, a marsupial found only in Australia.

Includes index.

What is a koala? -- Where do koalas live? -- What is a life cycle? -- Journey to the pouch -- Life with Mom -- Growing up -- Home on the range -- Finding a mate -- Koalas love leaves! -- A koala's body -- Koala senses -- What do koalas do all day? -- Life in the trees -- Dangers to koalas -- Save the koalas!