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They're usually quite slow, though they can be fast when they want to.
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Why do opossums pretend to die?
Opossums pretend to die to escape the harm of predators. They lay on their backs and slow their heart rate. This way, they won't be bothered. The way they think: Predators won't touch a dead animal.
Are opossums asexual or sexual?
Opossums are sexual animals.
Which mammal has the most teeth?
Opossums have the most teeth of any mammal - 50pointy teeth. When threatened, this slow critter often gapes its mouth open, exposing that mouth full of sharp teeth. It's just a threat display, however, and opossums very rarely bite.
How do opossums communicate?
opossums are usually quiet, but they hiss when they are scared.
How many feet do opossums have?
Opossums have 4 feet - they are quadrupeds.
What were opossums hunted for?
Opossums were hunted both for food and their skin/fur.
What is an fact about opossums?
Opossums have been around for about 70 millions years.
What group of animals do opossums belong to?
Opossums are mammals: specifically, they are marsupials.
Are there opossums in France?
No. Opossums are found only in North and Central America.
What are facts about opossums?
1. Opossums are very good tree climbers. 2. Opossums belong in a family of "Didelphidae." 3. The Opossums' size is 76cm from head to tail and weighs 4-6 kg.
Are raccoons more dangerous than opossums?
No, opossums are less dangerous than raccoons. It is thought that opossums are incapable of contracting and transmitting rabies.
What is the the climate in the opossums' habitat?
when the opossums live in Canada and it snows it is cold, when the opossums live in the U.S. it sometimes is cold but does not snow and it is sometimes is warm.
