order didelphimorphia (opossums) paul dunay wildlife and fisheries biology keystone college march...
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Order Didelphimorphia(Opossums)
Paul DunayWildlife and Fisheries Biology
Keystone CollegeMarch 21, 2011
Basic Facts
Largest order of marsupials in W. Hemisphere Generally solitary, slow moving, and nocturnal Most species are omnivores or opportunity eaters Long and scaly prehensile tail Length = 3 to 20 inches (7.5 to 50 cm)
Weight = 5 to 14 pounds (2.3 to 6.4 kg)