Totally True Possum Facts
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50 teeth!
The most of any North American land mammalFifty. Each one gorgeous. Imagine that smile.
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Pouch power
North America's only marsupialBabies live in mom's pouch, then ride around on her back like a tiny party bus.
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Rarely rabid
A low body temperature makes rabies very unlikelyNot dangerous, just misunderstood. And beautiful.
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Drama queen
"Playing possum" isn't on purposeWhen they're terrified they involuntarily faint, sometimes for hours. Relatable.
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Thumbs!
Opposable thumbs on their back feetPerfect for climbing trees and, presumably, giving a thumbs up.
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Cleanup crew
They eat ticks, bugs and garden pestsA free, adorable yard service that works nights.
"I pledge allegiance to the possum, and to the sparkly little hands, one family, under moonlight, with snacks and naps for all."
The official pledge of House Chapman, recited nightly by no one.
House Chapman Apps
House HuntFinding a new burrow. Family passcode required.
Coming soonMore apps, probably possum-adjacent.