Common Brushtail Possum
Trichosurus vulpecula
A nocturnal, tree-dwelling marsupial found in forests, woodlands, parks, and suburban gardens across Australia, with introduced populations in New Zealand. It shelters by day in tree hollows, roof spaces, or dense vegetation, then emerges at night to climb and forage. Its diet is mostly leaves, flowers, fruit, and buds, but it may also take insects, eggs, or other small foods when available. Despite its common name, its thick brush-like tail is prehensile enough to help with balance while climbing rather than acting like a true grasping hand.
- Type
- Stealth
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Common Brushtail Possum Joey
- Common Brushtail Possum