‘Safely Relocate Possums From Your Residential Property’

             Possums are protected under Australian wildlife laws, meaning they cannot be killed or harmed. Any relocation must comply with                                     state and federal regulations, ensuring that possums are moved to suitable environments where they can thrive.

Identify & Reasons for Relocation:

• Damage to property: Possums can damage roofs, insulation, and wiring while seeking shelter.
• Health risks: They may carry parasites or diseases such as toxoplasmosis or leptospirosis, which can be transmitted to humans or pets.
• Noise and disruption: Their nocturnal activity can cause disturbance in residential areas, especially when living in roofs or attics.
• Safety: Possums may pose a danger when they are trapped in confined spaces, particularly when humans or pets inadvertently come into contact with them.

Alternative Solutions: In some cases, relocation is not necessary if the possum can be safely removed from a building and kept away from areas of human habitation. Wildlife experts can also offer advice on creating possum-proofing strategies, such as sealing entry points and using deterrents to prevent possums from entering in the first place.

• Live trapping: Special traps are used to capture the possum without harming it.
• Exclusion devices: These devices are installed to prevent possums from re-entering buildings after they have been relocated.
• Release: Once captured, possums are relocated to a suitable natural environment, typically a national park or a forest area away from urban zones.