oldest koala in captivity ever.
Residing at Awaji Farm Park England Hill in Minami Awaji, Hyogo Prefecture, Midori s current age is the human equivalent of over 110 years old!
On average, koalas live to 15 to 16; Midori s age far surpasses that. What is more remarkable is that Midori still climbs trees, feeds by herself, and in a condition where she can appear in front of visitors.
According to Kazuhiko Tahara, the head of England Hill, Midori s health and longevity would not have been possible without other people s support. It s thanks to enormous support and courage from everyone, including farmers who deliver fresh Eucalyptus to us.
Koala at western Japan zoo becomes world s oldest in captivity
A female koala kept at a zoo in Hyogo Prefecture, western Japan, has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world s oldest koala ever in captivity at age 24, the facility said Tuesday.
Although she is a centenarian in human years, the koala named Midori is doing fine with no serious health problems, according to the Awaji Farm Park England Hill located on Awaji Island.
Supplied photo shows a koala named Midori, which has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the world s oldest koala ever in captivity. (Photo courtesy of Awaji Farm Park England Hill)(Kyodo)