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Virginia opossum live in much of North America and Central America east of the Rocky Mountains. It was even introduced to the Pacific Northwest during the Great Depression as a source of food. It was named by colonist John Smith. Opossums can even be found in urban environments living on human garbage.
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What is the only marsupial to live in US?
The only marsupial to live in the US is the Virginia opossum.
When was Virginia opossum created?
Virginia opossum was created in 1792.
Do any marsupials live in North Carolina?
The Didelphimorphia or Virginia Opossum are common.
What kind of possums live in Canada?
The only Opossum species that is found in Canada is the Virginia Opossum; their range in Canada is limited to southern Ontario only.
What languages does the word opossum come from?
The Virginia opossum is the original animal named "opossum". The word comes from Algonquian wapathemwa meaning "white animal". Colloquially, the Virginia opossum is frequently called simply "possum".
How long do opossum live?
The average Virginia Opossum/American Opossum lives two years, but simply because they end up getting killed. In captivity, or luck, they can live up to 5 years and possibly more with good care.
What is the one marsupial that does not live in Australia?
There are more than just one marsupial that does not live in Australia, but two of the best known are the Virginia Opossum and the Yapok.
Do most marsupial live in North America?
No. Only one marsupial, the Virginia Opossum, is found in the wild in North America.Most marsupials live in Australia.
What is the states smallest mammal of Virginia?
Virginia opossum is the smallest. They also have muskrats.
What is the only marsupual found in Tennessee?
Virginia Opossum
How many types of opossums are there in north America?
There is just one species of opossum in North America, and that is the Virginia opossum.
Are there opossums in Europe?
There are no opossum species native to Europe, but the Virginia Opossum of North America has spread to Europe and Asia.
