Many Koalas Work Second Jobs in Security

Many Koalas Work Second Jobs in Security

Koalas have traditionally made ends meet by sitting in trees all day eating eucalyptus leaves. And while most signs point to a melting recession, a tough job market combined with rising oil and food prices has made the going tough.

That’s why koalas increasingly leverage their high perches for a second gig – surveillance.

“Private security companies will pay big bucks for ‘eyes in the sky,’ ” says Winston Ko, a business analyst who writes for Security Watch. “Koalas are in the right place at the right time, and many can use the extra cash.”

Via Megan Silea / San Diego Zoo.