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Opossum Fact: Opossums do not eat ticks (thelemmy.club)
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Source (a fascinating read): https://outdoor.wildlifeillinois.org/articles/debunking-the-myth-opossums-dont-eat-ticks

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[-] I_Fart_Glitter@lemmy.world 4 points 1 week ago

I read the study a long time ago, it was to do with tick covered opossums. Also, I’ve got both in my yard.

this post was submitted on 21 Mar 2026
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