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What is the name of one of many species of Australian possum also a term used for some harries?
ringtail
How do you spell posum?
The spelling possum (Australian marsupials) is used for true possums and for the opossum of the Western Hemisphere.
Is a possum used as a pet?
No. Possums are not used as pets.
What are the possum's nostrils used for?
A possum's nostrils serve the functions of both helping the creature to breathe, transmitting air to its lungs via its respiratory system; and enabling the possum to detect scents.
Do Australian possums have partially prehensile tails?
It depends on the species. Some Australian possums, such as the various species of gliders, have semi-prehensile tails, and their tails are used to help them balance. Others, such as the Ringtail and Common Brushtail possum, are considered to have more prehensile tails, using their tail to grasp cables and branches.
What are scientists doing about the bushtail possum problem in New Zealand?
The brushtail possum's main method of control that is used at the moment is 1080, a poison which kills ineffectively
Why is operation pronounced operation and opossum pronounced possum?
It isn't "pronounced" that way -- it is the name of an animal (Australian possum) used as a slang term for the similar but unrelated animal (North American opossum).
How is the numbat used by humans?
Numbats are not used by humans.
What is the water used for in western Europe?
in western Europe water is used for
What alphabet is used in the western hemisphere?
The Latin alphabet is the most widly used in the Western Hemisphere.
How is hydropower used by humans?
it can be used y humans to create electricity for cities from turbines
What are western horse reins?
Reins used in western riding
