Scientific Name

Trichosurus vulpecula Family Phalangeridae

Status

Least concern.
Eastern and Southern Australia.
Declinging in Central Australia.

Habitat

Environments with trees, including forests in cities, towns and farmland areas.

Description

An arboreal mammal with a highly varied fur colour and length i.e. silver/grey to yellow/orange.
Eats mostly leaves of a wide variety of trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants but will also consume flowers and fruits. Dens are generally in a tree hollow or similar shelter (including residential housing), with 'dreys' being made in thick scrub. Breeds autumn to spring.

References

Menkhorst, P. & Knight, F. (2001). A Field Guide to the Mammals of Australia. Oxford University Press.