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Opossums aren’t possums. While the word “possum” is commonly used in English-speaking North America to refer to opossums, the latter inhabit Australia. The creatures found in New York and throughout the U.S. are Virginia opossums (Didelphis virginiana).
Virginia Opossums are North America’s only marsupial, this means they have a pouch to carry around their offspring until they are old enough to move around on their own. They have long prehensile tails they use to grip and balance while climbing.
Opossums. One of the most fascinating creatures to share Long Island with us is the Virginia Opossum. These nocturnal creatures occupy a special ecological niche as North America’s only marsupial. Although we may only rarely catch a glimpse of a live ‘possum, they are well adapted to rural and suburban life and are quite common.
Learn about the opossum, the only native marsupial in North America, and how to deal with problem opossums in New York. Find solutions for opossum issues, such as garbage, garden, house, and pet problems.
2 lut 2013 · Opossums are truly unique among our local wild mammals. Unfortunately Long Islanders are probably most familiar with them as road kill, observed belly up along our busy roadsides.
Learn about the Virginia opossum, the only native marsupial in North America, and how to coexist with it in New York City. Find out what they eat, how they breed, and how they defend themselves from predators.
Learn about the opossum, our only marsupial in North America, and its adaptations, diet, and behavior. Find out how to coexist with this interesting and beneficial animal, and what to do if you encounter an injured or orphaned opossum.
