Opossums get a bad rap for being “scary,” but they are actually one of the gentlest neighbors you’ll ever have. Let’s clear up some common myths: ❌ Myth: Opossums are aggressive because they hiss and show teeth. ✅ Fact: This is a bluff! It’s their way of saying “I’m scared!” If that doesn’t work, they involuntary faint (playing possum) out of pure fear. ❌ Myth: Opossums carry rabies. ✅ Fact: It is extremely rare for an opossum to have rabies. Their body temperature is too low for the virus to su