Koalas, renowned for their adorable and furry exteriors, usually weigh more than 20 pounds and have a peculiarly low consumption of water.
According to National Geographic, these fascinating creatures predominantly derive their hydration from the eucalyptus leaves they feast on, predominantly during nocturnal hours.

They even have specialized pouches in their cheeks where they store extra leaves, ensuring they have snacks readily available.
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Australia, known for its typically warm climate, surpassed its own records by experiencing the hottest December ever in 2018.
The extreme weather conditions did not relent and continued into January, a month situated in the middle of Australia’s summertime, where the mercury often rises to 100 degrees Fahrenheit or more.

This prompted the issuance of health warnings, advising residents to seek shelter indoors and to ensure the well-being of theeir pets.

However, wild animals, unlike humans, lack access to amenities like air conditioning and misting fans to combat the heat.
The severe temperatures resulted in the drying up of water holes, a vital resource for the fauna.

The situation was further exacerbated by the outbreak of wildfires, adding another layer of danger to the already precarious conditions faced by the wildlife.

The intense heat also led to the collapse of overworked power grids, leaving towns like Port Augusta, where temperatures reached a staggering 121 degrees Fahrenheit, without electricity.

In the midst of this unbearable heat, a group of resilient cyclists, who dared to venture out, discovered a koala exhibiting signs of severe thirst and heat exhaustion, with temperatures already soaring well above 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

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