Meet the endangered mountain pygmy-possum (Burramys parvus), one of NSW's most adorable and unique threatened species. First discovered as a fossil and thought to be extinct for 70 years, these special little marsupials remain under threat due to climate change, habitat loss and predation. Thankfully, the #SavingOurSpecies program is working to secure the future of the mountain pygmy-possum and over 1000 more of NSW's threatened plants, animals and ecological communities. Keep up to date with wh

Pygmy possums are tiny, nocturnal marsupials native to Australia, known for their adorable appearance and incredible agility. Despite their small size, they play an essential role in pollinating plants as they feed on nectar and pollen. Unfortunately, several pygmy possum species, such as the Mountain Pygmy Possum, are considered endangered due to habitat loss, climate change, and predation by invasive species. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these charming creatures and their fragi

7.3K views · 12 reactions | An Australian nature reserve has a new, tiny resident! Sydney Nature Refuge welcomed a locally-extinct eastern pygmy possum. Australian Wildlife Conservancy says the new guy weighs less than two ounces, and is one of 12 possums transferred to Sydney Harbor to strengthen the native population. | Pattrn | Facebook

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405K views · 7.2K reactions | Everyone, meet Pretzel The Pygmy Possum  Credit: Australian Reptile Park | Lovimals | Facebook