1.1K views · 34 reactions | Did you know that koala’s sleep for long hours of the day because eucalyptus leaves, the food that makes up most of their diet, are toxic? Their digestive system has to work extra hard to break down the toxins while only extracting limited nutrients and energy for them. Discover more about this iconic Australian animal in Wild Down Under, all weekend long on National Geographic UK. | National Geographic UK | Facebook

Did you know that koalas sleep for up to 22 hours a day? However, if we don't support habitat conservation efforts, these furry friends could end up with nowhere to make their beds. Believe it or not, koalas are facing extinction, and we could lose these iconic Australian animals as early as 2050 if we don't act now. Thankfully, Koala is pushing to establish the Great Koala National Park and save this special species! Sign the petition today and make your voice heard in the fight to save koalas: