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Yes, opossums are known to eat fleas and ticks, making them beneficial for controlling these pests in their environment. They have a strong immune system that helps them tolerate diseases carried by ticks. By consuming these parasites, opossums can reduce their populations significantly, providing a natural form of pest control. This unique dietary habit contributes to their role as valuable members of the ecosystem.
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Do opossums carry insects?
They feast on insects if given the chance, and rarely carry ticks; they groom often and eat their ticks. The average opossum eats 1-3,000 ticks a year. They may have fleas, but the fleas are small and not numerous.
What insects do monkey eat?
ticks lice fleas
Do Canada geese eat ticks?
Yes they are good for removing from your yard
Do cats get fleas or ticks from grass?
It's possible for a cat to get fleas and ticks from grass just like it's possible for US to get fleas and ticks from grass
What are three pesticides and what do they kill?
Revolution-fleas and ticks and prevents heartworms in cats Capstar-a pill that kills fleas and ticks Frontline-kills fleas and ticks
What breeds of animal get ticks?
Almost all furry pets get ticks and fleas. Dogs, cats, rabbits and hamsters are prone to fleas and ticks.
What insects get on zebras?
Fleas and ticks
Fleas and ticks are examples of?
Parasites
What are Fleas and ticks are examples of?
They are parasites
Can parakeets get fleas or ticks?
technicly i don't think budgies get fleas or tickks.
What is the tiny insects on cats and dogs?
Probably they are either ticks or fleas.
Do opossums eat mosquitoes?
Yes, opossums do eat mosquitoes, along with a wide variety of other insects. They are opportunistic feeders and include insects in their diet when available. While they may not consume large quantities of mosquitoes, their presence can help reduce insect populations in their habitat. Additionally, opossums are beneficial for controlling ticks and other pests.
