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Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Photo by Ency Peterson
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Field Notes

Description:

Seen by itself only a few turns on a well-worn path from another one. This one seemed to be trying to keep in the safety of the base of a tree, though it was harder to see.

Habitat:

The same wooded area as the other one seen on Jan 3, 2014.

Notes:

These were taken by my fiancee who spotted it first. The woods are barely touched though an area was changed into two small ponds.

Reference Links:

Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana) - Information on Virginia Opossum, Opossum, DNR

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PublishedApril 23, 2014

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