23/08/2025
Hi, I’m a possum, and I’m not here to cause trouble. In fact, I help you more than you might realize. Every night, I can eat up to 2,000 ticks, along with other insects that spread dangerous diseases. I also help keep snake populations in check, even the venomous ones. My body is built tough... I can survive dozens of rattlesnake or coral snake bites, and yes, I even eat venomous snakes like they’re just another snack.
Maybe you don't know, but my blood contains something unique that scientists have used to create treatments for snake bites. Without me, there would be more pests, more snakes, and fewer lifesaving cures for people. So if you see me, please don't hurt me, let me raise my babies!
We're out here working quietly to make the world safer for all of us.
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