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Brushtail Possum Box

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Price per Unit (piece):
$49.50

Two species of possums are typically found in urban environments across Australia, the Common Brushtail and the Common Ringtail.  The Common Brushtail Possum is endangered across much of it former range, so it is important that they are encouraged where they are still doing well.

Common Brushtails are obligate hollow users – in that every day they require a safe refuge to retreat to, typically a natural hollow or “den”.  Significant alteration of many urban and rural environments has meant that natural hollows are rarely available.  A lack of hollows can bring this species into conflict with its human neighbours, by sheltering in roofs or sheds.  Supplementing natural hollows with an artificial den or nest box will increase available habitat and is likely to reduce potential conflict.

This wildlife/nest box provides an ideal alternative to a natural hollow for a Common Brushtail Possum, where such resources are lacking.

The addition of Spacers (2) is highly recommended for a wildlife Box, if it is to be affixed to a growing tree.