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True possums are found in Australia (and have also been introduced to New Zealand) and neither of these countries has rabies.
The opossums of North America, which are sometimes referred to as possums, even though they are a quite different animal, are generally unable to contract or carry the rabies virus. However, exceptions do occur, and there is at least one documented case of a rabid opossum (not possum) biting a person.
What else can I help you with?
Do possums bite?
True possums of Australia do not bite. They may scratch in self-defence or if cornered, but will spend their time avoiding people or domestic pets wherever possible. Many people call "opossums" by the name "possums". Regarding these animals, if they get the chance and feel the need, they will bite. Circumstances under which they will bite will be only in defence, if they feel threatened. DO NOT approach, annoy, provoke, touch, or otherwise fiddle with a wild possum. They are not cuddly, they are wild animals and will hurt you very badly if you try to pick them up. There is no concern about rabies in possums. True possums, which are found in Australia, cannot carry rabies, as there is no rabies in that country or in New Zealand, to which the possum has been introduced. There are confirmed cases of North American Opossums infected with rabies, but these incidents are exceedingly rare.
Do opossums bite?
A possum bite is not usually considered dangerous. There teeth are sharp and will break the skin, it is probably best to let a doctor look at it to be sure you do not need a rabies or tetnus shot though.
If you corner a possum will he bite you?
yes
What is more likely to get rabies a possum or a fox?
Neither, if the animals are in Australia or New Zealand, where there is no rabies. Most possum species are found only in Australia and nearby countries. The possum is a completely different animal to the opossum, even though the term "possum" is often used in reference to opossums. Australia and New Zealand do not have rabies, so therefore it is quite safe to say that possums and foxes from either of these two countries cannot have rabies. As for North America: whilst it is believed that any warm blooded mammal can get rabies, opossums' body temperatures are too low to harbour rabies. However, the fox could certainly get rabies.
Are opossum dangerous?
A possum bite is not usually considered dangerous. There teeth are sharp and will break the skin, it is probably best to let a doctor look at it to be sure you do not need a rabies or tetnus shot though.
Twitching of muscles in the bite area after takin rabies vaccine?
you have rabies
How rabies happen?
Rabies is normally transmitted by the bite of an animal infected with it
How can dog attract rabies?
rabies cannot be attracted it is passed on from a bite from another animal that has rabies, wild or not
How do you write a notice about rabies?
Warning: rabies stay away or i'll bite you
2 months old dog' bite can cause rabies?
No If the bite had rabies you would know before 2 months.
Can I get rabies from a cat bite?
Yes, it is possible to get rabies from a cat bite if the cat is infected with the rabies virus. It is important to seek medical attention if you are bitten by a cat to determine the risk of rabies transmission and receive appropriate treatment.
Should you pat a possum?
It is unlikely the possum will let you, but even if it does, the answer is "no". The possum could easily bite you, and they are known harbourers of both fleas and ticks.
