The maximum speed it is able to reach is 25km/h (15mph). Possum is a mammal that lives in bushland and rainforest. It has a fur skin type. The preferred food type is omnivore. These mammals usually live 5-8 years. Possum (phalangeriforme) has a size 5-120cm (1.9-47in). The average weight is 0.1-14.5kg (0.22-32lbs).
Facts about possums
Name | Possum |
Size | 5-120cm (1.9-47in) |
Colour | Tan, black, brown, white, grey |
Top Speed | 25km/h (15mph) |
Genus | Phalangeridae |
Scientific Name | Phalangeriforme |
Predators | Fox, cat, birds of prey |
Skin Type | Fur |
Class | Mammalia |
Order | Diprotodontia |
Weight | 0.1-14.5kg (0.22-32lbs) |
Lifestyle | Solitary |
Diet | Omnivore |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Phylum | Chordata |
Family | Phalangeriformes |
Habitat | Bushland and rainforest |
Life Span | 5-8 years |
Main Prey | Insects, leaves, flowers |
Type | Mammal |