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Decatur High School
Leadbeater's Possum
| Leadbeater’s Possum Gymnobelideus leadbeateri Endangered Family name Petauridae Habitat- Mountain ash trees Found in Southwestern Victoria, Australia Range-Australia Small gray possum 6-7 inches long weighs 4-6oz Dark Patches on eyes Estimated population is 5000-8000 Lifespan 8-10 years Feeds on insects and tree sap Gives birth one or two young twice a year Not enough trees to suport a larg number and fire burns all suitable trees Restoration- Careful management of land resources and captive breeding |
Nederlandse versie volgt spoedig |
Written by: John J. |
(geschreven door) |
Copyright 1997-1999 - Joan Goble
and René de Vries
