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New England Opossum
Photo: P. Askentov, Westfield, MA
Welcome!
Welcome to New England Opossum, an educational destination dedicated to the Virginia Opossum!
Here, we celebrate this fascinating and often misunderstood creature, striving to provide accurate information and champion its important role in our ecosystem.
​DID YOU KNOW...
Opossums play a crucial role in our environment- from pest control to disease prevention -
making them an unsung hero in our natural world.
Photo: M. Lerman, West Dover, VT
Here, you'll discover what that means. By exploring our pages you'll learn how they enrich our yards, and our lives, and why you should become an Opossum Person to help spread the word and give them the recognition they deserve!
Make a Difference!
Become an Opossum Person
Join us in our mission to protect and promote these amazing creatures and support education and ecological studies.
In addition to direct opossum care, we are committed to fostering the next generation of environmental leaders and educators.
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We are so glad to have you along on this journey with us.
Opossum Insights
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