Jö-alarm at Hobart Airport in Tasmania, Australia: a real possum mingles with plush kangaroos and amazes customers. What did the furry guest want in the souvenir store?
Hardly distinguishable from the others on the shelf: a real possum had suddenly made itself at home among the fluffy stuffed animals at Hobart Airport on the Australian island of Tasmania – calm, curious and perfectly camouflaged.
Between cuddly kangaroos, koalas and dingoes, a surprised passenger discovered the marsupial, which fitted almost seamlessly into the row of souvenir items. How and why the nocturnal animal – known in Australia as the "brushtail possum" and in German as "Fuchskusu" – invaded the store is still unclear.
Staff could hardly believe what they were told at first, reported the Australian Guardian, citing the store manager. Customers were also astonished – and amused.
The animal remained calm and was eventually escorted safely out of the terminal by airport staff. No one was injured. Meanwhile, the unusual visit is still causing a stir in the store.