Victoria's koala count halved; 43% of those checked in dire welfare

Victoria's koala population halved to 224,800, with 43% of tested koalas in dire welfare.

Why it mattersVictoria's koala crisis is far worse than the appearance of too many koalas suggested. Urgent action is needed in areas where koalas are scarce.

AustraliaVictoria faces a conservation priority shift, and the report's year-long delay raises questions about how the state manages urgent wildlife information.

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