Possums can be the subject of cute fascination, morbid curiosity (quite literally, these creatures play dead as a defense mechanism) or a nuisance to homeowners. Perhaps your knowledge of possums ...

With their beady eyes, big ears, hairless tails and short, stocky legs, opossums are distinctive marsupials. Despite their odd appearance, these animals have a rich evolutionary history and have ...

The city of New Orleans can breathe a sigh of relief: Saffron the pet opossum is on his way home, says his owner. The plight of the marsupial, who was confiscated by Wildlife and Fisheries agents over ...