koala

A cute, sleepy koala clinging to a eucalyptus tree.

basic_info

Unicode

U+1F428

Version

Emoji 0.6

Platform Meanings

Apple

Depicted as a fluffy, gray koala with large ears and a calm expression, often shown hugging a branch.

Google

Rendered as a friendly-looking koala with round eyes and a relaxed pose, typically sitting on a tree limb.

Twitter

Shown as a soft, cartoonish koala with big eyes and a gentle smile, usually perched on a eucalyptus branch.

Unicode Official

Represents the koala, a marsupial native to Australia known for its docile nature and diet of eucalyptus leaves.

Introduction

The 🐨 koala emoji depicts the iconic Australian marsupial known for its fluffy gray fur, large ears, and sleepy demeanor. Koalas spend up to 20 hours a day resting or sleeping due to their low-energy diet of eucalyptus leaves. This emoji is commonly used to convey cuteness, calmness, relaxation, or affection. It may also express a desire to nap, cuddle, or simply take it easy. People often use the koala emoji when talking about Australia, wildlife, conservation, or to add a gentle, soothing tone to messages. Its universally adorable appearance makes it popular in casual conversations, especially among friends sharing cozy or comforting moments.

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What is Emoji?

Emoji are pictographic symbols originating from Japan that have become a universal digital language. They can be used across various platforms and applications to express emotions, objects, activities, and concepts. The Unicode standard defines thousands of emoji and continues to expand.

Last Updated: 2026-06-04✓ Expert Verified