Scientists are urging them to be considered endangered . As few as half of the national icons are left in Kenya . Habitat loss , hunting , car accidents and pollution are killing them . Minister says he needs more time to consider new options .
Campaigners are urging koalas to be considered endangered . As few as 43,000 of the national icons are left in Australia . Habitat loss , disease , car accidents and dogs are killing them . Minister says he needs more time to consider new information .