Ben Clifford

High in the freezing, unforgiving peaks of the Australian Alps, a tiny creature faces a massive battle for survival. Possum must find enough food and secure shelter to endure the harsh, isolating alpine winter. For months, she will hibernate beneath a heavy blanket of snow, relying entirely on her instincts and preparation. Will she make it through the brutal year to successfully raise a new family? The mountain pygmy-possum may be incredibly small in size, but its story of resilience is huge. Once believed to be completely extinct, there are now roughly 2,500 of these remarkable survivors left in the wild. Their delicate existence depends entirely on the winter snow and the arrival of migrating bogong moths, making them a fascinating subject of modern conservation efforts. Discover the precarious and beautiful life cycle of this endangered species. This beautifully illustrated journey highlights the urgent need for environmental protection and the incredible endurance of one of nature smallest fighters.