Possum Rescue

Early Tuesday morning rangers (Max & Bryce) responded to an unusual report of a Brushtail Possum clinging to a mooring buoy just off Portsea Pier. Luckily upon arrival the surfboards & wetsuits weren’t needed as a boat owner was able to assist the boys in their rescue. Whilst understandably confused, the possum appeared to be healthy and was able to be scooped up into the net and taken aboard. Once back on dry land the possum was assessed and deemed to be healthy, allowing it to be later released at dusk (on land, not back into the water) near where it was rescued. A video of this is in the comment section below.

To report a Wildlife Emergency contact Wildlife Victoria on 03 8400 7300.