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Do possums of NZ carry diseases?
Yes they carry Bovine Tb. That is Bovine Tuberculosis. Bovine Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium bovis.
Do possums carry lice?
No
Do possums carry fleas?
Yes, the possums live in my attic and fleas fall from the vents and cracks because of them.
Are possums contagious?
No. True possums (those that are native to Australia) do not currently carry diseases which are transmissible to humans. The only disease a person is likely to get if bitten by a possum is tetanus from an untreated wound. Some believe that possums carry rabies, but no rabies is present in either Australia or New Zealand. However, New Zealand possums are subject to a form of bovine tuberculosis which has so far been shown to be transmissible between cattle, possums and ferrets. This form of TB has not been found in Australian possums, and has not been shown to be transmissible to humans. In North America, however, it is a different situation. The body temperature of an opossum is generally too low to harbour the virus: it is possible, although highly unlikely, for an opossum to carry the rabies virus. There is at least one documented case of a rabid opossum biting a child.
What percent of the worlds population carry latent TB infection?
About 30% of the worlds' population carries TB.
What diseases do opossums carry?
It depends on whether the creature in question is a true possum, or an opossum, which is quite different. True possums are native to Australia (and introduced to New Zealand), and they are entirely unrelated to opossums, except that both creatures are marsupials. The only disease a person or a pet is likely to get if bitten by a possum is tetanus from an untreated wound. Possums can also transmit ticks and fleas to household pets. There are no incidences of the rabies virus in either Australia or New Zealand. However, New Zealand possums are subject to a form of bovine tuberculosis which has so far been shown to be transmissible between cattle, possums and ferrets. This form of TB has not been found in Australian possums. In North America, however, it is a different situation. The body temperature of an opossum is generally too low to harbour the virus: it is possible, although highly unlikely, for an opossum to carry the rabies virus. However, there is at least one documented case of a rabid opossum biting a child, so it can be presumed that in very unusual situations, opossums might carry rabies.
Do any other organisms carry the bubonic plague?
Squirrels are the main rodents in California that carry it. Lots of rodents do (rats, possums, etc.) I hope this helps!
Can a person be infected TB without being infectious?
yes, all people carry some form of TB or another. Most of the time it's dormant.
Why are opossums so hated?
Possums are so hated because most of the time (75%) they carry rabies. No one wants to get rabies so people avoid possums. Lets see, since there are more birds and squirrels around, that can also carry rabies, lets kill them all! I reviewed some literature from the local animal shelter groups and they only list possums droppings as possibly carrying harmful bacteria..like everyone elses! I think possums are hated because they're so defenseless, they try to act tough, and are too slow crossing roads. People take out their own frustrations and inadequacies on defenseless critters. Better there were more possums and less people! It is not true that opossums carry rabies. Their body temperature prevents them from being able to contract or carry the rabies virus.
What is a possum called when there is 2?
possums
Are possums blind?
Possums are not blind.
Can you get sick from being around dead possums and flies?
Yes, flies carry bacteria and other organisms on their feet and spread diseases.
