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All living creatures are 'special' as they all have a unique niche. Possums, which are extremely common in Australia (and not to be confused with opossums), have a niche in their native bushland, but they are certainly not considered special in New Zaland, where they have been introduced. There, the possum has succeedede in destroying untold amounts of native vegetation, and with it, destroyed the habitat of native creatures.
What else can I help you with?
What is a possum called when there is 2?
possums
Are possums blind?
Possums are not blind.
What eats possums?
Possums are eaten by snakes.
Is there possums in possum pie?
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.
Does possums have scales?
Possums are mammals, and are covered with hair.
Is sugar poisonous to possums?
No. Sugar is not poisonous to possums.
Are ringtail possums endangered?
No. Ring-tail possums are not even close to being endangered.
What do you call multiple possums?
There is no particular name for a female possum.
Are possums eaten in Australia?
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.
Are possums external or internal?
In their natural state, Australian possums are external dwellers. However, brushtail possums and ringtail possums often shelter in the roof space of suburban houses.
Do possums have predators?
The predators of true possums, which live in Australia, are eagles, hawks, owls and quolls. Foxes, which have been introduced to Australia, are also predators of possums. Possums should not be confused with opossums, which live in North America, and are not related to possums.
Do possums carry fleas?
Yes, the possums live in my attic and fleas fall from the vents and cracks because of them.
