Since his treatment for chlamydia in the koala hospital in late 2022, alpha male Valentine has been rocking a red ear tag in his left ear which has inspired this poem by long time Koala Gardens supporter Rich.
4 strong paws hug the trees,
High above the summer breeze.
3 soft yawns in golden light,
Sleeping safe throughout the night.
9 green leaves, his favourite treat,
A eucalyptus feast so sweet.
1 red tag upon his ear,
A sign that love will keep him near.
At Koala Gardens, wild and free,
Valentine watches peacefully.
A heart that beats, a life so fine,
Forever loved—Koala 4391.
You can read more about Valentine and his life at Koala Gardens here
Rich wrote this poem after watching the following video showing Valentine after his return to Koala Gardens after his 2nd stay at the koala hospital in late 2024
Live long, wild and free Valentine!
Join the Colony and get involved
You can become part of the Koala Gardens Colony by adopting Valentine or one of the other resident wild koalas. You can also become a Patron, and one level has an adoption option.
Come and discuss Koala Gardens and all things koala on Discord where we hold lots of interesting and often in-depth discussions there. Lots of fun!
You will become part of the family and help provide much needed koala habitat.
You can also follow Katrina and the Koalas on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
Koala Gardens publishes a small number of delightful illustrated children’s books in the The Adventures of Mist series. Check out the beautifully engaging and educational design. Our mission is to help children to “Fall in love with Nature”.
You can even find some great Koala Gardens gifts over at Redbubble where there is huge range of designs on an even bigger range of items.
Alternatively, you can find quick access links to everything Koala Gardens via Link Tree.
