Brushtail PossumPossum life Download a Notesheet Reproduction
and life history Contact for further information The Common
Brushtail Possum is the best known of all our possums because it
has adapted to living in our cities and suburbs. As the suburbs
overtake natural areas, animals are forced to live in close
quarters with people. While we are privileged to be able to
observe our fascinating native animals at such close quarters,
living with wildlife, however, has its own special problems.
Each year, the Wildlife Management Branch of the Department of
Primary Industries and Water (DPIW) receives many calls for
advice to solve possum problems. The following notes provide
practical information to assist the house and landowner without
harming the animal. Remember that Brushtail possums are
protected by law and cannot be taken, trapped or killed except
by a permit (please phone the Wildlife Management Branch on (03)
6233 6556). In Tasmania, the Brushtail possum has 4 main colour
variations: silver grey, brown, b