Unusual passenger: Koala rides bus to safety

Have you ever seen anything unusual on the bus to school?

What about a furry passenger? Nope, we aren't talking dog or cat - we are talking about a koala!

That's right, in Brisbane Australia, a koala named Peri embarked on a once-in-a-lifetime trip Saturday before being released safely into the wild.

Koala Rescue Brisbane South released a video on their social media and told followers the story of Peri who was was rescued from an outdoor light pole by a passing bus driver who was concerned the animal might fall onto a nearby road.

After Peri was rescued from the light pole, the driver put him onto the bus and then called Koala Rescue Brisbane South.

Koala Rescue Brisbane South are a charity formed by a group of Brisbane residents to rescue at-risk koalas in the neighbourhood.

They came to collect him and took him back to a wildlife hospital to be checked over.

Once he was given the all clear Peri was released back into the wild into the Seven Hills Bushland Reserve.

Koala Rescue Brisbane South shared the story of Peri on their social media.

Where they also warned against handling wild koalas.

"We don't recommend handling koalas unless you're trained. They have incredibly dangerous claws, can bite – and gripping them around their ribs can cause serious damage," the post reads.

"Peri is now munching on leaves in Seven Hills Bushland Reserve," the charity wrote.

"A huge thanks to the bus driver for caring enough to stop to help. We're so grateful that you did!"