Traditional ecological knowledge
Aboriginal knowledge of the land and its management is based on deep spiritual connections with Country. This cultural knowledge, often referred to as traditional ecological knowledge, plays an important role in effective koala conservation and management.




Cultural connections
Many Aboriginal cultures have a strong connection to koalas and their habitat. Koalas are totems of Aboriginal clans, family groups or individuals in New South Wales, and stories of the koala are deeply woven into many different Aboriginal songlines and Dreaming stories.



