"Sam" (female)b. : 2005
d. : 06 August 2009
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The "face" of the savage February 2009 Australian wildfires; ironically she was probably hurt during a firefighting-initiated "backburning" operation. See Wiki article here..
Sam was euthanized today, in order to avoid the pain and suffering that would accompany a needed operation to remove cysts from her bladder and uterus caused by chronic urogenital chlamydiosis. Whatever that is. At an estimated 4 years in age, she died young. Koalas normally live for 15-18 years.
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So long, Sam. If it's any consolation, you're probably the most famous koala around, supplanting the one that years ago starred in the advertising campaign for Qantas Airlines. Enjoy your heavenly eucalytus leaves.
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