opossum walking away into the woods

Goodbye Babies

The final opossum release The time has come to say goodbye babies, to the final release of the year.  I have found this to be the hardest part of rehabbing. Besides the infrequent but sad losses, release is painful. It is when it’s time for them to go on their journey alone.  I have raised…

baby opossum chewing a pumpkin

Dwindling Time

Dwindling time It’s past the Autumnal Equinox and baby season is finally over. There are still 10 opossums in my care, 3 of which are going to educational placements. Of the remaining ones, 3 will be overwintered, and 4 will be released this week. Of the 10 or so release sites I regularly use, I…

Baby Opossums

Baby Opossums I specialize in baby opossum rescue and rehabilitation.  My whole year is spent with opossums, from newborns in baby season to injured adults all year long.  Their diet, their habits, their needs, are all studies of interest to me.  Any question you have about opossums, I can answer!  If you have one, send…