International Wild Koala Day

May 3, Saturday

Wild Koala Day is celebrated annually on May 3. The purpose of the day is to draw attention to the protection of wild koalas and their natural habitat, especially in Australia.

Why is this day important?
Wild Koala Day helps to:

- Raise awareness about the challenges koalas face
- Draw attention to the destruction of eucalyptus forests – the main habitat of koalas
- Encourage people to participate in conservation and wildlife protection

Main threats to koalas
- Habitat destruction and fragmentation due to deforestation
- Collisions with vehicles and attacks by domestic animals
- Diseases such as chlamydia, which weaken population health
- Climate change and wildfires, particularly common in Australia

How is Wild Koala Day celebrated?
- Tree planting events
- Educational programs and lectures
- Supporting koala centers and sanctuaries
- Sharing information on social media with the hashtag #WildKoalaDay

What can you do to help koalas?
- Support wildlife protection organizations
- Plant eucalyptus trees and preserve green spaces
- Be cautious while driving, especially in koala habitats
- Inform others about the importance of koala conservation

Interesting fact:
Koalas feed exclusively on eucalyptus leaves, and their diet is very limited. This makes them especially vulnerable to changes in the ecosystem.

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International Wild Koala Day in other years

2021 May 3, Monday
2022 May 3, Tuesday
2023 May 3, Wednesday
2024 May 3, Friday
2026 May 3, Sunday

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