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Is a possum bite dangerous?

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No. An Australian brushtail possum bite is not dangerous but the possum has sharp teeth and will probably break the skin. With the skin broken you should be careful to avoid infection as with any wound.
Possum bites on the finger hurt !!!
Also if a possum is very friendly they will eat from your hand walk around you and if they think you have food will bite your ears and that really hurts and bleeds alot.

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