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Trichosurus vulpecula
This guy was the size of a small dog, he looked to be about 4 pounds.
These animals inhabit a variety of terrains provided there are suitable trees to supply them with a source of food and hollows in which to sleep. Being very adaptable animals some populations have become urbanised, living in man-made structures and scavenging from gardens, dustbins and refuse tips. This guy was seen at an animal sanctuary in Tasmania.
We call these golden possums in Tasmania, and they do occur naturally, if infrequently, in the wild.
Spotted on Apr 24, 2008
Submitted on Sep 16, 2011
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