Captive-raised western ringtail possums (Pseudocheirus occidentalis) with a bold personality have higher survival rates when released into the wild

Abstract We tested if the personality of captive-raised western ringtail possums (Pseudocheirus occidentalis), and the impact of other variables would influence their survival after release using radiotelemetry. We hypothesised a greater survival for individuals: (i) bold; (ii) habituated in advance...

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Published in:	Scientific Reports
Main Authors:	Sara Corsetti, Brian Chambers, Dominique Blache, Roberta Bencini
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Nature Portfolio 2024-08-01
Subjects:	Western ringtail possum Wildlife Animal personality Fox control Radiotelemetry Reintroduction
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-67726-y