3 days ago · However, opossums today can be found throughout most of the United States and portions of Canada and Mexico. The opossum has many interesting features. It has 50 teeth, more than any North American land mammal.

4 days ago · This is where the Opossum Society of the United States comes in. The Opossum Society of the United States is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, wildlife rehabilitation and educational organization dependent entirely upon volunteers, membership dues and donations.

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Note to finders/general public: This is an article intended for use by licensed wildlife rehabilitators and others working on behalf of the opossum.

5 days ago · Give opossums a “brake”! If you see a dead opossum on the road then move it to the side of the road, if safe to do so, and check to see if it is a female with young in the pouch. If an orphaned or injured opossum is found then contact the Opossum Society of the United States, a local wildlife rehabilitator, veterinarian, or animal shelter ...

5 days ago · Note: Photos may be enjoyed and used for personal purposes only. No commercial use allowed unless permission granted by the Opossum Society of the United States. Click on the small image to view an enlarged view of some photos.

5 days ago · Checks the links provided for orphaned or injured opossum caregivers in your area above the boxes to send us an email. Look for those who do small mammals and contact them directly.

5 days ago · Join the Opossum Society of the United States (O.S.U.S.) and receive valuable opossum information in addition to a number of volunteer opportunities. Check out other informative pages on our web site. Back to the Questions. Question: How can I become a licensed wildlife rehabilitator?

5 days ago · Leave the opossum alone and enjoy watching wildlife in your own backyard. However, if the opossum is injured or an orphan (less than 7 inches from nose to rump) then contact the Opossum Society of the United States, a local wildlife rehabilitator, a veterinarian, or your local animal shelter for help.

3 days ago · “Playing ‘possum” The opossum has an involuntary comatose-like state induced by extreme fear. Predators find “the kill” part of the stimulus to eat; therefore, an inert opossum does nothing to excite their appetite, and they will leave it alone.