I am deeply saddened to let you all know that we lost our beloved BULLET this week. He had left the property, adventuring while Hugo was in hospital. When he returned he had suffered serious injuries and a fall from a great height, most likely having encountered a big male out there. I was able to catch him and we battled to save him in the ICU for 4 days, but his injuries were too severe.
This koala has been a huge presence in our lives since 2017, and his antics captured forever on video will be a living legacy for why we need so much habitat, so these amazing creatures can have the space to live as wild animals.
Our amazing Bullet - the koala with so many fitting nicknames - Nugget, Thunderballs, Balls of Steel, Professor Bullet, and Yoda lookalike - we salute you as you leap and jump through those forests in the sky. See you at the bridge buddy. RIP
Oh no! Of all the koalas you’ve posted here Bullet was the one that most captured my heart. His blissful expressions while munching on leaves, and his beachball imitation poses were a joy to see. I kept hoping he would find a receptive lady koala for a little romance. I guess now he will have to go chasing the ladies on the other side of the bridge.
I'm glad Bullet returned to your property, that you were able to bring him down and get him in for care. I'm glad he wasn't alone at the end. And that you have so many pictures and videos of him. I agree with what everyone has already said. This is a huge loss. HUGS
It breaks my heart to hear the sad news about Bullet. Sad to hear he was too injured to recover. He returned to the right place for help. He will not be forgotten. RIP Bullet.
How heartbreaking for you Katrina and all those who work closely with you. May your memories help ease the pain. He will live forever in the hearts and minds of so many.
@vignouse no one expected it, and I'm sorry if it was one of the first of my posts you saw. I'm so glad you are back as I love your photography! I hope you are both well.
If you look past this post, you will see I have had a record number of mums and joeys - FIVE! and a bunch of other new koalas moving through.
It doesn't make the loss of Bullet any less sad, but it truly helps me to know there is always hope.
Oh, I am so sorry and saddened over this- but even in his loss Bullet has been an educator. My husband was walking by as I was reading this and he said, "Koalas fight?" I was able to find some clips on YouTube that showed how they do. We both send loving thoughts your way and hope that the joy of all those new joeys will help you through this time of sorrow.
If you look past this post, you will see I have had a record number of mums and joeys - FIVE! and a bunch of other new koalas moving through.
It doesn't make the loss of Bullet any less sad, but it truly helps me to know there is always hope.