wild koala in a gum tree, The Forts walk, Magnetic island, Townsville, Queensland, Australia

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It is thought that there are between 650 and 950 koalas living in the wild on Magnetic Island (2012 estimate). They are quite difficult to spot, but one of the best places to look is up in the eucalyptus trees on the Forts Walk.

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Location: The Forts walk, Magnetic island, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
Photo credit: © Josie Elias / Alamy / Afripics
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