Baby opossum hanging on a branch around flowers - Jay Ondreicka/Shutterstock Opossums (Didelphis virginiana) are misunderstood. Some think they look scary, and others associate them with being dirty.

At first glance, this opossum looks dead. Its mouth hangs open, its body goes limp, and it may even give off the smell of a decaying animal. But don't be fooled—this is one of nature's most ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana). This year's older cub came to drink at the human dwelling.© Karel ...

Opossums (Didelphis virginiana) are misunderstood. Some think they look scary, and others associate them with being dirty. Sure, they do sort of look like big rats, but opossums are actually gentle ...