Halethorpe Improvement Association

The National Opossum Society, based in Halethorpe, MD, is dedicated to educating and promoting the welfare of the Virginia opossum. They provide valuable information on the natural history, diet, and behavior of opossums, as well as guidance on how to handle orphaned or injured individuals. With a focus on conservation and coexistence, the society emphasizes the important role opossums play in maintaining a clean and healthy environment by controlling pests and carrion. Through their website, the National Opossum Society offers resources for rehabbers and veterinarians, as well as tips for discouraging opossum visitors from unwanted areas. They highlight the resilience and low health risk opossums pose to humans, while emphasizing the need to appreciate and protect these unique creatures. By promoting understanding and providing practical solutions, the National Opossum Society aims to foster a harmonious relationship between humans and opossums in urban and suburban environments.Generated from the website