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Brushtail Possum

Trichosurus vulpecula

Description:

The common brushtail possum has large and pointed ears. It has a bushy tail (hence its name) with a prehensile tip and a hairless patch on the underside which helps it grasp tree branches.

Habitat:

The common brushtail possum is perhaps most widespread mammal of Australia. It is found throughout the eastern and northern parts of the continent, as well as some western regions.

Notes:

Spotted these cute guys whilst on holiday in Melbourne back in July. This was the first time I have ever seen one of these. They are known as pests to some people, but I thought they where adorable.

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3 Comments

riversnoahhmt
riversnoahhmt 12 years ago

sounds cool

SeanWeekly
SeanWeekly 12 years ago

Super cute eh? I was amazed as I had never seen them before, but this park had so many of them chilling on the trees.

riversnoahhmt
riversnoahhmt 12 years ago

that is so cool sean

SeanWeekly
Spotted by
SeanWeekly

3000, Victoria, Australia

Spotted on Jul 26, 2011
Submitted on Oct 26, 2011

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