Answer : No, a Skunk is not heavier than a Koala
The average weight of a Skunk is 4 kg, (9 lbs) versus 8 kg, (18 lbs) for a Koala
Name | Name:Skunk | Name:Koala |
Weight | Weight:4 kg, (9 lbs) | Weight:8 kg, (18 lbs) |
| * Striped Skunk - ranges from 1.8 to 6.4kg | * ranges from 5.1 to 11.8kg |
Height | Height:18 cm, (7.1 in ) | Height:73 cm, (2 ft, 4.7 in ) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:16 kph, (10 mph) | Top Speed:10 kph, (6 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):7 | Lifespan in Wild (years):13 |
Description | Description:Striped Skunks are famous for releasing a foul, strong smelling musk, secreted from the rear end whenever threatened. They are easily to recognize with all black fur that has one white stripe on its nape and a thin one running from forehead to snout. | Description:Koalas eat the eucalyptus leaves of trees in Australia. They have large, wide faces, white ears and smooth black noses which all make them look like small bears. They live a very low energy lifestyle and sleep 18 hours a day. |
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