Brushtail possums range from approximate 32-58cm in size. They have thick silver grey fur above and thick cream to pale grey fur below.

As the name suggests, they have a black bushy tail. They have large pointed ears and a pink nose.

Possums eat flowers, leaves, shoots, fruits, and seeds. They may also consume animal matter such as insects, birds eggs and chicks, and other small vertebrates.

You'll typically hear possums in roof voids, wall cavities, lofts and chimney spaces.

They typically prefer dark sheltered and tight spots to sleep, mimicking a tree hollow.

• If possums reside in your roof, you’ll hear them make a noisy exit about 9-11pm so they can go and forage for food, and then you’ll hear them return about 5-7am for their evening sleep. 

• Brushtail possums only need a hole the size of a tennis ball to get into your roof space, Ringtail possums need less. 

• So batten up those hatches ‘me hearty! 

Possums typically strips the tops of trees of new shoots. They love to eat from your fruit trees. You'll also hear them making a big raucous in your roof if they’ve taken up residence.

Possums typically live about 4-5 months in the pouch after birth. From about 8-10 months they'll start foraging for solids with Mum. At about 10 - 12 months old they'll be independent enough to go out on their own, and typically live a long healthy life of 12 or so years.

Breeding peaks around September to November, but they can typically only rear one young at a time.

This species is protected in Australia. 

So we trap and release within 50 meters of the premises. Releasing later that evening, as is the law. 

However, we give you some night-time relief by proofing any possum sized holes.

Or drop us a message.

IPS can provide trapping, releasing and proofing services to assist with possum management.

But if you're not sure what kind of treatment you need please don't hesitate to drop us a line.