- There are more than 60 different possum species!
- The possum is the only North American pouched mammal!
- Because of a low body temperature and great immune system, possums are resistant to many diseases – like rabies!
- Baby possums are as small as honeybees.
- Possums can play dead anywhere from 1 minute to 6 hours!
- Possums are resistant to snake venom!
- Contrary to popular belief, possums are very clean animals.
- Baby possums make sneezing or hissing sounds to call their mama!
