Whether opossums are enemies of bird life is a question not finally settled. A statement, based on experience, is made by Mr E. S. Allen, of Waitara. in a letter to the Taranaki ‘Herald.’ “For many years at Fraukleigh Park,” he writes, “ J bred opossums in a properly-constructed house, and they would very quickly devour any bird that would occasionally get into their quarters. I have seen many a sparrow caught and eaten in very quick time; also any birds' eggs were a very great treat, and greatly appreciated by these nocturnal animals.” No bad after-effects wit;; WADE’S WORM FIGS. Pleasant, sure, and certain.—[Advt.] I
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Evening Star, Issue 18716, 19 August 1924, Page 9
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105Page 9 Advertisements Column 4 Evening Star, Issue 18716, 19 August 1924, Page 9
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