Humans have taken over most of Australia, leaving very little room for native animals like possums. Because of this, both the Mountain Pygmy possum and Leadbeater's possum are in danger of becoming extinct... Twice. Luckily, Zoos Victoria has breeding programs for both of these species at Healesville Sanctuary, to make sure that if they do become extinct in the wild (which is unfortunately quite possible) there will still be hope for them. They have made a commitment to ensuring that no more Victorian vertebrate (with a back-bone) species become extinct, and luckily the Leadbeater's and Mountain pygmy possum are included. If you want to help, you can donate to their breeding programs. Hopefully they are a success!
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