Icon Of Australia: Koala
The Koala(Phascolarctos cinereus) is a marsupial that is found in Australia. Koalas are perhaps one of the most iconic animals found in the outback and are also always a favorite of tourists visiting the country. The Koala is classified in the order Diprotodontia and the family Phascolarctidae.
Physical Characteristics
Koalas have have gray or brown fur, fluffy ears and no tail. They have large paws which help them hold branches. The average measurements of a Koala are; 9 kilograms(20 lbs) in weight, and 73 centimeters(2 feet, 5 inches) long.
| Genus | Phascolarctos |
| Species | P. cinereus |
| Binomial Name | Phascolarctos cinereus |
| Length | 60-85 |