Opossums (/ əˈpɒsəmz /) are members of the marsupial order Didelphimorphia (/ daɪˌdɛlfɪˈmɔːrfiə /) endemic to the Americas. The largest order of marsupials in the Western Hemisphere, it comprises …

Aug 8, 2024 · Like kangaroos and koalas, opossums are marsupials and carry their young in their pouch, with opossum babies staying in their mother’s pouch for up to three months. According to …

4 days ago · Opossums are the only marsupial in North America. They are often misunderstood, so here are some facts about these remarkable creatures.

The opossum, specifically the Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana), is a truly distinctive mammal. It is instantly recognizable by its grayish-white fur, pointed snout, hairless ears, and a long, scaly, …

Nov 20, 2024 · The Virginia opossum, the only species found in Canada and the United States, ranges from south Canada to Nicaragua and Honduras. Although they typically inhabit swamps and forests …

The National Opossum Society welcomes you to the world of the Virginia opossum! If you are visiting us because you have found orphans, or an injured opossum, please see our ORPHAN PAGE.

4 days ago · Over 70 million years ago dinosaurs roamed the Earth. While they are now extinct, one animal who shared the same land with the dinosaurs still exists today… the opossum. Despite its …

Dec 2, 2025 · Opossum, any of slightly more than 100 species of New World marsupial mammals in the orders Didelphimorphia, Paucituberculata (see rat opossum), and Microbiotheria (see monito del …

Aug 17, 2025 · Opossums are unique mammals found across the Americas, with the Virginia opossum being the only marsupial native to North America. These adaptable creatures are commonly …

When people talk about opossums, they are usually referring to the Virginia opossum, which is the most well-known species in North America. However, there are over 100 different species of opossums, …