Possums pose a serious threat to our native forests and economy

Possums are one of the Wellington region's worst pests. Find out:

• why possums are a problem
• how to control them 
• some background information about possums.

	Possum droppings

Possums live throughout the Wellington region. Look for the following signs:

• torn leaves with ragged edges, the stripped ribs are often left sticking out

• scratches and bite marks on tree trunks and branches

• stripped tree bark and broken shoots

• fruit and vegetables eaten or with bites taken out of them

• a rasping coughing sound at night

• fecal pellet droppings.