An update to a rescued Koala XMan rescued on 6 April 2026 from Grevillea Park, Mt Gravatt East. He was high perched in a tree but I noticed a laceration under his chin and his eye looked a little crusty. Koala Rescue Brisbane South were called to help to rescue him by setting a humane trap so he would come down in his own time then he would go to the wildlife hospital. When he was rescued it looked as if he had puncture wounds on his legs and blood on his mouth.
All the tell tale signs of a dog attack. This park is know for off lead dogs which is illegal in QLD. 75% of koalas do not survive a dog attack. Even saliva from a dog, the bacteria can kill them. After being rescued it was mentioned he may have experienced a motor vehicle strike and had conjunctivitis.
Either way, no one reported it. I am glad to say that X-Man is still under vet care, doing well and has been taken off some medication. Before going into care, X-Man was in good body condition, weighing 7.4kg and 3-4 years of age. Sending lots of healing vibes your way big man.
Written by Tracey Deans on 24, Apr 2026, Fri | 41 points