Aren't they all? I've yet to meet one that wants to be anywhere near a human, and I've got 'Disney Princess Syndrome,' to the point that multiple hummingbirds and squirrels have asked me for help.
Edit: didn't realize it was a pup/calf/whatever we call a baby opossum
An opossum this size was likely lost by mom while moving around with other babies on her back. Thankfully, this one was found and rescued. Mom opossums will not come back for their babies, so if you find one, it’s best to call a rescue.
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AngryCommieKender@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 4d
Aren't they all? I've yet to meet one that wants to be anywhere near a human, and I've got 'Disney Princess Syndrome,' to the point that multiple hummingbirds and squirrels have asked me for help.
Edit: didn't realize it was a pup/calf/whatever we call a baby opossum
miked@piefed.social · 3 pts · 4d
Why is at all alone? During the day?
ickplant@lemmy.world · 4 pts · 4d
An opossum this size was likely lost by mom while moving around with other babies on her back. Thankfully, this one was found and rescued. Mom opossums will not come back for their babies, so if you find one, it’s best to call a rescue.
miked@piefed.social · 3 pts · 4d
Thanks for the details.
Thought it looked young but I not an expert.