These cute possums are seen playing together on a rock. Baby opossums are weaned at around three months of age and are on their own by five months, when they are approximately 7 to 9 inches long ...

Here are some additional facts about possums that even in this day and age you still might not know: Possums always squeeze the sponge out after using it—even if possums think they might use it ...

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