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　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Written by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree.... The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Sep 16, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot Baby koalas are called joeys. The term joey is widely used for the young of all marsupials such as kangaroos, opossums, and wallabies. Koala mothers only give birth to one baby at a time. A joey is born in a highly undeveloped state after a short gestation period of about 34 to 36 days. This tiny, blind, and hairless baby then makes its way to the mother’s pouch. Once inside the pouch, the joey attaches itself to one of the mother’s teats. The joey first puts its head out of the pouch at about five months of age. For up ...(100 of 191 words)

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