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Possums cannot fly. However, there are several species of gliders in Australia, which belong to the possum family. These gliders have a membrane which extends between the elbows of the forelegs to the hind legs. Gliders will launch themselves from treetops and glide to other treetops or high places, sometimes achieving gliding flight of up to 80 metres.
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What is a possum called when there is 2?
possums
Are possums blind?
Possums are not blind.
Why do Feather-tailed Possums not fly?
No possums fly.Bats are the only mammals which are capable of free flight.Further, the feather-tailed possum is a different species to the feathertail glider, one of Australia's six native gliders which also cannot fly, but which can glide from a high point to a lower point using their gliding membranes. However, they also cannot generate "lift".
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.
