The brushtail possum occurs in most areas of Australia where there are trees, especially open forests and woodlands. A nocturnal animal, it spends the day in a den in a hollow dead branch, tree trunk, fallen log, or even on the ground.

Where does the brushtail possum live?

The brush-tailed possum is the most widely distributed possum in Australia. It can be found in forests and woodlands all along the east coast, and also lives in inland areas along tree-lined rivers and creeks. They are nocturnal animals and are active at night; they usually spend the day sleeping.

What trees do brushtail possums live in?

Brushtail Possums love:

Eucalyptus, which they feast on as well as a range of other leaves and berries and fruit. Tree hollows where they can nest and sleep in safety. But eucalypt hollows take over one hundred years to develop, and competition for them can be stiff. Night-time.