Footage of a man biting and chewing a possum has been released by the RSPCA, representing the latest act of animal cruelty in a series of videos.
RSPCA Queensland spokesman Michael Beatty says the past month has seen a spike in deliberate cruelty to possums, but is unsure if this is simply a result of increased reporting.
All native animals are protected under the Nature Conservation Act, and anyone with information regarding incidents of cruelty is encouraged to contact the RSPCA, or the police.