How to Help

We can all do our bit to ensure the critically endangered Western Ringtail Possum is around for future generations.

You can help by:

Preserving mature Peppermint trees (Agonus flexuosa) and other native vegetation. Western Ringtail Possums predominantly eat peppermint leaves.
Planting a Possum-Friendly garden with Peppermint trees and other native plants
Participating in the annual Possum Tally
Preventing cats from roaming by keeping them indoors or in a catio
Keeping cats and dogs inside at night at a minimum
Involving your school with the Peppies for Possums Lesson Plan Series
Reporting all sightings of possums (dead or alive) on a Fauna Report Form
Installing a possum box in your home, business or school garden to provide a home for a possum
Providing water by hanging a water bowl in a safe elevated place
Keeping the lid on your barbecue shut to prevent curious possums from getting their feet burned
Driving with caution at night when possums are most active
If using rodent or snail baits, place them where possums can’t access them
Checking first if you have possums or rodents in your roof
Disposing of rubbish responsibly
Never catch or handle possums unless you are undertaking a rescue, or with a trained wildlife carer
Joining the Western Ringtail Action Group (WRAG), a community group interested in the conservation of possums and their habitat – contact us to join
Participating in the Ringtail Tally
Download the fact sheet: Pet Dogs and Possums – South West NRM. Includes ideas for fence height extensions and possum bridges.