The Treetop Life of a Koala
Koalas do not live at one specific elevation. Instead, they make their homes in eucalyptus trees, and their height within the tree depends on the tree's size and what the koala is doing at the moment.
Feeding in the Canopy
When feeding, koalas are most often found in the canopy, the upper portion of the tree where the leaves grow. Depending on the species and height of the eucalyptus, this can range from 5 meters (16 feet) to 30 meters (98 feet) above the ground.
Sleeping and Resting
For sleeping, koalas may choose lower positions in the tree, often closer to the trunk. These spots offer greater security and less exposure to the elements.
Breeding and Raising Young
Female koalas frequently select lower branches for birthing and raising their joeys, as these positions provide added stability and protection.
An Arboreal Lifestyle
Because koalas are arboreal animals, they spend nearly their entire lives in trees, moving up and down the trunk and branches as their needs change. There is no single answer to how high they live—they occupy whatever height best suits their activity at the time.