Abstract
Based on previous personal experience, I have found that attempting to raise orphaned native Australian marsupials such as members of the families: Macropodidae (Wallabies & Kangaroos), Phalangeridae (Possums & Cuscusses), Vombatidae (Wombats) or Phascolarctidae (koalas) requires great dedication, time and patience. However, despite the difficulties that are usually encountered, success in raising an orphaned wild animal (marsupial) to sub-adulthood in peak physical condition and to its eventual release to its native habitat is one of the most satisfying and rewarding experiences that any animal technician can achieve.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 39-50 |
| Number of pages | 24 |
| Journal | Animal Technology |
| Volume | 42 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Publication status | Published - 1991 |
Keywords
- marsupials
- Trichosurus vulpecula
- orphaned animals