A koala sleeps wedged in the fork of a large eucalyptus branch, its grey fur contrasting with the rough sun-baked bark. — Queensland, Australia · January 2020

Koala in the Tree Fork

A koala rested in the upper fork of a mature eucalyptus, deeply asleep in the January heat. Dappled morning light fell across the grey fur, the rough bark of the branch below worn smooth from years of use.

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Nikon D750400mmf/5.61/320sISO 40017 January 2020

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