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Explanation of "Didelphis virginiana"

Didelphis virginiana is the scientific name for a common animal known as the Virginia opossum. It is a type of marsupial, which means it is a mammal that carries and nurses its young in a pouch, similar to kangaroos.

Summary:

Didelphis virginiana is the scientific name for the Virginia opossum, an interesting and adaptable animal known for its unique behaviors and omnivorous diet.

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Noun

1. omnivorous opossum of the eastern United States; noted for feigning death when in danger; esteemed as food in some areas; considered same species as the crab-eating opossum of South America

Synonyms

• common opossum
• Didelphis virginiana
• Didelphis marsupialis