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Virginia Opossum

Didelphis virginiana

Photo by vhvaughn
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vhvaughn
I had followed him for about 50 yards and he decided to climb the tree. I guess I seemed like a threat? This was around noon. I've never seen them travel during the day.
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PublishedJanuary 24, 2012

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