Summary:
- Researchers have found that the koala population in the Mount Lofty Ranges of South Australia has boomed, leading to a risk of starvation for the animals.
- The study shows that the koala population has grown rapidly, with an estimated 50,000 koalas in the region, which is far more than the habitat can sustainably support.
- Experts warn that the overpopulation of koalas could lead to widespread starvation and disease, and they are calling for management strategies to be implemented to control the population and ensure the long-term survival of the species in the region.