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Opossums have been around for about 70 millions years.
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Do opossums carry rabies?
The only time opossums can carry rabies is if they're ill and their body temperature rises. In fact, you are more likely to get rabies than an opossum!
Why are opossums dildelphids?
Opossums are classed as Didelphidae due to the fact the mothers carry the young not only in their womb, but also in their pouch. Di meaning two, and delphi meaning "womb", hence Didelphis.
What are some similarities between Australian possums and Virginia opossums?
The main similarity is that both possums and opossums are marsupials. Apart from the fact that they are both warm-blooded, fur-covered vertebrates, that is about where the similarities end.
Are opossums asexual or sexual?
Opossums are sexual animals.
How many feet do opossums have?
Opossums have 4 feet - they are quadrupeds.
How do opossums communicate?
opossums are usually quiet, but they hiss when they are scared.
What were opossums hunted for?
Opossums were hunted both for food and their skin/fur.
What group of animals do opossums belong to?
Opossums are mammals: specifically, they are marsupials.
Are there opossums in France?
No. Opossums are found only in North and Central America.
What are facts about opossums?
1. Opossums are very good tree climbers. 2. Opossums belong in a family of "Didelphidae." 3. The Opossums' size is 76cm from head to tail and weighs 4-6 kg.
What is the the climate in the opossums' habitat?
when the opossums live in Canada and it snows it is cold, when the opossums live in the U.S. it sometimes is cold but does not snow and it is sometimes is warm.
Are raccoons more dangerous than opossums?
No, opossums are less dangerous than raccoons. It is thought that opossums are incapable of contracting and transmitting rabies.
