Discover the Amazing World of Virginia Opossums
Are you curious about the fascinating world of North American's only marsupials? Virginia opossums, also known simple as "opossums," are...
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New England Opossum
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.
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!
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Every donation we receive directly benefits opossums and supports our mission to protect and promote these amazing creatures and support education and ecological studies.
Your contributions help us cover essential costs such as maintaining this website, providing food and shelter for rescued opossums, offering medical care, and handling transportation needs. In addition to direct opossum care, we are committed to fostering the next generation of environmental leaders and educators.
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While donations are not yet tax-deductible, every contribution is greatly appreciated!
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