25/10/2026
One of the sets of ringtail possums we have in.
Australian ringtail possums do well in groups because they are naturally social animals, unlike brushtail possums, which are generally more solitary.
Ringtail possums benefit from living together for several reasons:
❤️ Companionship: They form strong social bonds, particularly within family groups.
🐾 Security: They share nests (dreys), which can provide protection and reassurance.
🌡️ Warmth: Sleeping together helps them conserve body heat, especially during colder weather.
🍼 Raising young: Family members may share nesting spaces, and young possums learn social behaviours by remaining with their family.
🌿 Reduced stress: Compatible ringtails can feel more secure with familiar companions.
💤 Natural behaviour: In the wild, ringtails commonly live in small family groups, often consisting of a breeding pair and their offspring.
Baby ringtail possums are naturally social, and raising compatible orphans together can have important benefits for their rehabilitation and eventual release.
