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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Virginia Opossum

For Students Pre-K - 1st
What makes the Virginia Opossum unique? This site features several categories of information to help you answer this question. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.
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Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Virginia Opossum

For Students 9th - 10th
A good overview of the Virginia opossum's characteristics, physical features and how it lives. Included are photos and classification information.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Opossum (Didelphis Virginiana)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and a fact card about the opossum, not to be confused with the possum. Discusses where they are found, habitat, the threat of rabies, diet, predators, and reproduction.
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Encyclopedia of Life

Encyclopedia of Life: Virginia Opossum

For Students 9th - 10th
The Encyclopedia of Life presents this in-depth overview of Virginia Opossums (Didelphis virginiana), including their habitats, size, conservation status, and much more. Images of this species and maps of its global distribution can also...
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Virginia Opossum

For Students 4th - 8th
The Virginia opossum, the only marsupial found north of Mexico, is an adaptable omnivore at home on the ground and in the trees. Opossums prefer forested habitats, but they are quite successful even in urban areas. Learn more about the...