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The Virginia Opossum (Didelphis virginiana) is a member of the order Didelphimorphia which contains the new world opossums. There are six members of the genus Didelphis.

Everything you ever wanted to know about the opossum~a remarkable animal that has shown itself to be tougher than giant dinosaurs or fierce sabre-toothed tigers.

Possum hunting is not strictly a night time activity. A New Zealand man and his son successfully hunt this nocturnal national pest during the day.

Where water may not be readily available, desert mammals need to limit heat exposure and also water loss. Here are the ways animals use osmoregulation to cope with heat.

Here is a quick reference guide to how long certain animals live, along with some interesting animal facts. This will help with projects for homeschooling unit studies.

Now in danger of extinction, this once widespread American beetle is protected by the ESA. Compared to the number of mammals protected, insects are under-represented.

These eagles are the second largest species alive today. They are large enough to snatch and carry away adult monkeys weighing nearly twenty pounds.

Caribbean Food on Grenada is as colourful and varied as the people, an enticing blend of cultures which has placed West Indian cuisine in a class of its own.

In a 545-acre park near Williamsburg, Virginia, American Beautyberry comes into fruit in late summer and the purple berries feed wildlife through the end of the year.

Beautyberry gifts gardeners and wildlife with bright magenta berries clustered like beaded bracelets along the stem. Amethyst amulets adorn the fall and winter garden.

We often seek escapes to exotic destinations without realizing the wonder and adventure in our own backyard. Experience the natural surroundings with a holiday at home.

Learn all about the Barred Owl, including what to do if you find a young or injured owl that needs help.

Ease a canoe into the tannic waters of Black Creek North of the Choctawhatchee Bay in springtime. Dip a paddle into the cool water darkened by decaying vegetation.

Located 90 km west of San José on the banks of Río Tárcoles, Carara is popular with birdwatchers because of its richness in both rainforest and dry forest species.

Horses can get sick just like people, and some diseases are more common than others.

Fleas are a particularly aggravating pest and controlling them has been a bane of our existence for a long time. Read on for tips you can use to help control pests.

Turn smelly compost bins and cold compost piles into sources of rich organic humus for the garden with these composting tips.

Materials used for composting are no different for desert compost than they are for areas that are more humid.

Sea otters immune compromised by marine contaminants. Heart disease, toxoplasmosis and other infections seen. Some shark attack deaths may be result of increased disease.

The latest report from the International Union for the Conservation of Nature calls the current loss of biodiversity a crisis.

The squirrel's lessons are that there are no insurmountable obstacles and to balance life. She's the subject of legend and an autumn symbol, gathering food for winter.

Part natural history museum, part zoo, this kid-friendly attraction brings an environmental consciousness to exhibits about science and the world around us.

Activities around Jupiter, Florida, for those few non-beach days.

Decaying wood provides every bit as much essential wildlife habitat as live trees do.

"Taking a walk" is too genteel an activity for avid hikers and backpackers. Urban hike is more like it.

Beneficial bats are in decline in Mexican caves while populations of the vampire bat, Desmodus rotundus, which has unique abilities for survival, are flourishing.

South Walton County's Scenic Highway 30-A is one of the best places to begin exploring Florida's Gulf Coast, especially in the spring when the weather is still cool.

The wild strawberry may be diminutive in size, but when it comes to flavor, nutrition, and healing, it packs quite a wallop.

Most natural yarn comes from animal fiber, particularly sheep wool, mohair, cashmere, angora, and alpaca. Understanding yarn fiber helps when choosing yarn for a project.

Grenada is a treat for nature lovers, a Caribbean island of stunning beaches and rugged mountains with a rich biodiversity protected in national parks and reserves.

Although there was no turkey at the first Thanksgiving, early settlers learned to cultivate new crops, hunt deer and fowl, and create diverse, healthy diets.

Coyote are territorial carnivores seen in welcoming areas of eastern Virginia where there are small mammals like mice, squirrels, and rabbits for them to eat.

'Roo sightings or paw prints also reported in the UK, Germany and France. No theories adequately explain these Mysterious Unknown Animals, UMAs. What might they be?

Tips for writing nature or wildlife articles for magazine submission, plus freelance online writer resources.

Interested in fresh water ecosystems? Captivated by minerals and gems? If so, the EcoTarium is the museum where guests are are encouraged to learn.

Many preschoolers and early elementary school children particularly enjoy playing Duck, Duck, Goose. Use variations of this fun game to teach new ideas.

Do animals age because they just wear out metabolically or is aging genetically programmed into each animal?

Create water sources and protection for the animals, birds, and insects in your backyard habitat.

Pawpaws, enjoyed by mammals, Indians, early settlers, and slaves, are abundant in the park environment. Try a recipe for the wild food or propagate an edible landscape.

Port Arthur, a restored convict penal settlement on the Tasman Peninsula, near Hobart, Tasmania, Australia has on offer several excellent and cheap tours of the site.

Learn the true signs and symptoms of a potentially rabid dog, or animal.

Raising chickens in the city is easy, fun and potentially profitable. Take a look at these ideas for best chicken breeds, chicken hatcheries and chicken coops.

In T.C. Boyle's novel, The Tortilla Curtain, the issue of coyotes living in close proximity to civilization reflects the social issues between whites and Mexicans.

Here are the final UNESCO Heritage Sites to be found in the Caribbean. Like those discussed in Part 1 and Part 2, these sites have a long and rich history.

Canada has three species of native wild cats, the Bobcat, the Canadian Lynx and the Cougar, all of which are threatened or endangered in certain areas.

Known as the food of the gods, invite family and friends to sample the flavorful fruit of the common persimmon through a variety of recipes served at a fall possum party.

This bay area, world-famous landmark is the perfect place for planned outings or wildlife tracking.

Writing a novel requires an idea, the right words, and something extra. Writer Deb Baker shares the secrets of her approach to writing, from idea to execution.