The calls of the Common Brushtail Possum (Trichosurus vulpecula) are a familiar night sound in the Australian bush. This species has also adapted well to suburban areas and they …

The North American opossum makes a hissing sound or a low growl when threatened or angry and a clicking sound to attract the attention of their young. Young opossums often make a …

Nov 23, 2023 · While possums generally try to avoid detection, they are occasionally seen by humans at night. This article explores the different sounds possums make and what each means.

Aug 23, 2025 · Explore the diverse vocalizations of opossums. Learn to identify their unique sounds and understand the messages they convey.

Listen to an audio recording (mp3 file) of opossum noises and sounds. Did you hear an animal noise? Opossums make nests in dens left by other animals, crevices in trees, attics, and …

Mar 8, 2022 · Discover opossums' vocalizations and their meanings. Learn about the clicking, sneezing, growling, and hissing sounds these creatures use to communicate in the wild.

Possums are fascinating creatures that produce various distinct sounds, each with its unique purpose. For example, male possums make clicking sounds to attract the attention of females.

Nov 14, 2025 · Possums are surprisingly vocal creatures, their sounds ranging from hisses and growls when threatened to clicks and screeches during mating; discovering what kind of noise …

These possum sounds were recorded in Wollemi National Park, NSW, Australia. The recording captures the calls of two possums scurrying about while having a noisy territorial disagreement.

May 11, 2023 · Possums make a variety of sounds such as hissing, growling, screeching, and clicking noises. These noises can be more pronounced and frequent during the night when …