een said to put off an odor that is pungent compared to eucalyptus leaves. Mature males tend to have a more pungent smell because of their distinguished scent glands. The males will rub their chest up against trees to mark their territory and attract females at breeding time. The scent gland produces a strong, musky odor. Besides, koala joeys are taught to eat different species of trees, so they have a balanced diet and because other leaves act as a natural intellect repellent.
Where Did We Find This Stuff? Here Are Our Sources:
“Interesting Facts,” by Australian Koala Foundation. “Brutal And Terrifying Facts About Koalas, Who Are Actually Hateful And Miserable Animals,” by Justin Andress. Ranker.