A couple of weeks ago I got a text from my mom, "Can you talk now?" A Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginians) had taken up residence in her planter box, and one of the joeys (baby opossum) was not moving. Being the family wildlife "expert" I was called in. We got on a video chat and... Continue Reading →
Urban Observation of the Week: Opossum Goes to Union Square Sephora
Virginia opossums (also known as "opossums" or "possums") might be common in suburbs (we've seen them nesting in a BBQ grill), but they're rather rare in city centers. That's why reddit user ShabShoral was surprised to see an opossum hanging out in front of the makeup store Sephora at Union Square in New York City.... Continue Reading →