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There are about 70 known species of possums. Possums range in size from being as small as an adult human's finger (e.g. pygmy possums), to just over one metre in length, tail included (e.g. brushtail and ringtail possums). Their fur ranges in colour from grey to brown-grey, with some varieties having a russet colour. The Western Pygmy Possum is a bright cinnamon colour.
Possums have long, thick, furry tails which are used for balancing. Their tails are not truly prehensile, but they do help them grip electric wires and narrow tree branches. The brush-tailed possum has a distinctive, thick tail while the ring-tail possum's tail is thinner, with a distinctive curl.
Possums are arboreal; they are adept climbers with sharp claws, and they also use their front claws to grasp and hold food.
Note that possums are completely different animals from the opossum of North America, and a not even in the same family.
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∙ 11y agoLike the smile on a smiley-face. I was bitten on the thumb, as a child, and still have the scar, below the thum knuckle.
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∙ 11y agoThey have 40 teeth, more teeth than any other living mammal. Their teeth are fairly undifferentiated and cone shaped. See the link for a jpeg of the skull.
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How do possum look like?
possums are like a huge fat cat with hand like paws, a long bushy tail and thick fur.
Are possums in New Jersey marsupials?
yes, all possums are marsupials as they lack a uterusPossums look somewhat like giant rats, with their pointed snouts and skinny, naked tails. They are in fact North America's only marsupial (like kangaroos, they raise their young in a pouch). Adults average 10-14 lbs. They don't live very long, rarely more than two years, three max.The above description applies to the opossum, not true possums. Possums and opossums are frequently confused, but they are not related. True possums are not found in New Jersey, but are native to Australia and some islands of the South Pacific. Possums look noting like giant rats.
Why are brushtail possums called that name?
Brushtail possums have a thick, bushy, brush-like tail.
Do possums eat green tomatoes?
Possums are unlikeky to eat green tomatoes. They like ripe, sweet fruits.
What do 4 day old possums look like?
I know isn't it gross.... this ones only 3 days though so pretty close
How are penguins and possums like?
They both have a "P" at the start!
Can possums do structural damage to a house like digging a hole in foundation?
Not likely. Possums use their claws for climbing trees and poles, not for digging.
Do pygmy possums play dead?
No. Australian possums, such as pygmy possums, do not "play possum" like the American opossum does. They are different species, with different habits.
What is a possum called when there is 2?
possums
Are possums vertebrates or invertebrates?
No, an opossum is a vertebrate as they are mammals with backbones.
What does a Nocturnal Animal look like?
They generally have bigger eyes and ears than daytime animals. Possums, cats, mice, owls and bats are all examples of nocturnal animals
Are possums blind?
Possums are not blind.
