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The Possum-Tail Tree: click here to download an order formThe Possum-Tail Tree:

Understanding Possums through Citizen Science

 

A book about possums and Citizen Science

Philip Roetman and Christopher Daniels
Cartoons: Ross Bateup
Foreword: Matthew Abraham and David Bevan

Ever heard the sound of something running on (or in) your roof? Ever lost your favourite rose bloom to a night-time feaster? Ever woken to a loud thump in the night? Well, you are not alone. Hundreds of thousands of others have too - and it seems they are happy about it, or at least reasonably so.  Why? Because they love the culprit. The offending animal is a possum, one of Australia's most loved (if occasionally most hated) animals. Here we explore the results of 'Operation Possum' a state-wide survey of the location, habits and behaviour of possums in South Australia in 2008. This survey also explored the attitudes of people towards these beautiful, yet mischievous marsupials. Our reactions to possums and our interactions with them are captured by many delightful and insightful stories that were submitted by over 2000 survey respondents during Operation Possum. The antics of possums with names like Percy, Mrs Fatbum and Jabba the Hut, in chimneys, roller doors, fruit trees and parks will make you laugh (often) and cry (occasionally), but most importantly will reflect your own experiences with these remarkable beasts.


All proceeds from the sale of this book will fund further research at the Barbara Hardy Centre

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Cartoon by Ross Bateup of a Scout with a possum problem Cartoon by Ross Bateup of a possum in a chimney  Cartoon by Ross Bateup of a possum in a mailbag

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For information about Operation Possum, click here

     

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