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Virginia Opossum
Opossums may play an important role in controlling diseases spread by ticks as one opossum can consume as many as 5,000 ticks a year. While not immune, it is highly unlikely that an opossum will contract or carry rabies.
Conservation Status
Least Concern
At a Glance
Location
Eastern Us, West Coast Of Us, Mexico, and Central America
North America, Central America
North America
Habitat
Woodlands and thickets near water. Also found in urban areas.
Diet
Small vertebrates, invertebrates, leaves, fruit, grains, and carrion
