Yes, it’s true – you read that title right.
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Although he undoubtedly would have probably preferred the couch potato version of Koala life – calmly hugging a tree, sleeping, and munching delicious eucalyptus…
Apparently a Koala bear in Australia has an amazing thrill ride survivor story all his own: he was hit by a car going 60 mph, and the “ride” continued another 7 miles until another car flagged the car which hit him over. His head was lodged in the grill, and he was “hanging on” with one adept Koala arm.
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“‘To have him survive virtually unscathed is quite miraculous.’ Australian Wildlife Hospital spokeswoman Carolyn Beaton told Rueters Tuesday.”
He was named “Ely ‘Lucky’ Grills” by rescuers.
“Lucky” will be having a 45 day stay at Steve Irwin’s animal hospital, one of the best places possible, where he’ll receive optimal care, and some celebrity treatment – no doubt…!
Check out the photos, he looks very happy to be alive. Here is the full aol article with pictures:
