Nature

Mythbusting Opossum Facts | Backyard Nature

Special | 3m 1s

What's the difference between an opossum and a possum? Are opossums really disease-driven? Explore the myths and misconceptions about the misunderstood opossum with wildlife filmmaker Alex Goetz.

Aired: 08/10/20 | Rating: NR

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