Take away their invitation.
Not likely. True possums live in Australia (and have been introduced to New Zealand) while skunks live in North America. A possum is not the same as an opossum.
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Relating to brush possums: Possums can become a pest, going through rubbish bins, damaging fruit trees and eating other produce. If relocated, they can return from around 10km away from their home. Those that don't return often die through stress. Shooting possums therefore solves the problems more humanely and quickly. Other possums: are rarer and don't typically bother humans.
Possums are not blind.
Possums are eaten by snakes.
There are no possums in possum pie, as true possums are found in Australia and nearby islands, and they are protected in Australia. Possums are not the same as opossums.
Possums are mammals, and are covered with hair.
No. Sugar is not poisonous to possums.
Cedar chips may help deter possums due to their strong scent, which some animals find unpleasant. However, their effectiveness can vary, and possums might not be completely repelled by cedar alone. It's best to combine cedar chips with other preventive measures, such as securing trash bins and closing entry points to your home, for better results in keeping possums away.
No. Ring-tail possums are not even close to being endangered.
There is no particular name for a female possum.
Possums are not eaten in modern times. In the past, the early settlers ate possums if nothing else was available. Certainly the Australian Aborigines ate possums.