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Possums do not live in North America. Possum is the shortened form of the word "opossum" in North America. True possums are found only in Australia and New Zealand, to which they have been introduced.
The Virginia opossum is found throughout Mexico and to the north, east of the Rocky Mountains, as far as Ontario. It has been introduced to the Pacific coast as well.
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Do possums have predators?
The predators of true possums, which live in Australia, are eagles, hawks, owls and quolls. Foxes, which have been introduced to Australia, are also predators of possums. Possums should not be confused with opossums, which live in North America, and are not related to possums.
Do possums keep skunks away?
Not likely. True possums live in Australia (and have been introduced to New Zealand) while skunks live in North America. A possum is not the same as an opossum.
Where in North America does a opossum live?
Possums do not live in North America. Possum is the shortened form of the word "opossum" in North America. True possums are found only in Australia and New Zealand, to which they have been introduced.The Virginia opossum is found throughout Mexico and to the north, east of the Rocky Mountains, as far as Ontario. It has been introduced to the Pacific coast as well.
What states do possums live in?
True possums are native to Australia, and are quite different to the North American opossum. Possums live in all of the states of Australia.
What kind of wild animals live in north America?
There are many wild animals that live in North America. These include bears, deer, bobcats, squirrels, rabbits, raccoons, possums, as well as mice.
Do possums come from America originally?
Possums are different to opossums. Possums belong to the family Phalangeridae and order Marsupialia, while opossums belong to the order Didelphimorphia, although they are also marsupials. Possums are found in New Guinea, Australia (including Tasmania), Sulawesi (Indonesia) and a few other small islands in the Pacific region. Possums are not native to New Zealand, but the brush-tailed possum was introduced into that country over a century ago and has subsequently become a pest.
What do people from North America eat?
we like boiled octopus, fried possums, and we love kangaroo gravy.
Do possums eat chickens?
Yes
Are possums native to Utah?
Possums are native to Australia and some of the Indonesian islands.Opossums are native to some parts of North America, and have spread further throughout the continent. The North American opossum is originally native to the Virginia region.
What continent do you live on if you live in THE US?
If you live in the USA, you live on North America.
Which continent do you live on if you live in washington?
North America
Can possums live in the walls of your home?
Yes. Possums can, and do, live in wall cavities.
