Short-tailed Opossums
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| From Brazil Considered to be good luck Litter box trainable Quiet Solitairy Active Inquisitive Not a rodent Will eat pests "House Opossum" Marsupial / no pouch Have 50 teeth Live about 4 yrs Has opposable thumbs |
| Considerations- STO’s should not be housed together once they are mature. Fighting is likely. They are nocturnal by nature but have no problem playing if awakened. Remember they need their rest too. They have poor eye sight so let them smell you before picking them up. They should be kept at a temperature range between 70-85 degrees. Diet- There is a wide variety of things that work for short-tailed opossums. They can eat opossum or ferret food supplemented with an insectivore diet. A variety of treats should be offered, including mealworms, crickets, hard boiled eggs, fresh fruit and vegetables. Water- Use of a water bottle is the most sanitary form of watering. They must have clean fresh water at all times (they can dehydrate very easily). Caging- The cage should be at least a 20 gallon aquarium size. The more room the better. STO’s enjoy climbing so higher is better. Wood shavings can be used for bedding. They will go to the bathroom in one corner similar to a ferret. Do not place the cage in a high traffic area, in direct sun or drafty places. They are very good escape artists BE CAREFUL. Use a secure lid and don’t leave them out unattended. Toys- They should be given a nesting box, exercise wheel and climbing material. It has been reported an STO’s can run up to 8 miles per night. Warning signs- Loss of hair could be a protein deficiency. Diarrhea could be from new foods. Always consult an exotic vet immediately if a problem arises. |
