01/08/2025
Opossums are extremely prone to frostbite and it's really common this time of year to see them with missing ears, toes, or tips of their tails because of the cold weather. Like any other animal, they are just trying to stay warm and survive with all of their digits, so you may see some closer to your house when the weather is frigid. They are nature's vacuum cleaner and will keep your yard free of pests like ticks, mice, and venomous snakes come spring. Be kind and let them live under your porch for now so they can stay warm and survive to carry out their jobs in the spring.
If you want to feed them in a heated bowl, they love scrambled eggs, chicken livers (raw), yogurt, berries, and anything your cat would eat. They get along well with cats and don't spread any diseases to them either, so you can just pretend you have an extra cute feral kitty!
