Possums

by Gerard Hutching

The Australian brushtail possum is New Zealand’s most damaging animal pest. Introduced deliberately for the fur trade, this cat-sized marsupial has wreaked havoc on native forests and wildlife.

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Main image: Brushtail possum

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Possums in New Zealand

Spread of possums

Impact on native plants

Impact on native animals

TB and possum control

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