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Is an Opossum a Type of Hamster?
Opossums and hamsters look nothing alike and aren't related — the opossum is a marsupial with a very old lineage. This guide introduces the opossum's origins, diet, looks, and famous 'playing dead' trick.
Sugar Glider
The Sugar Glider is a marsupial (a pouched warm-blooded animal like the kangaroo and wallaby). It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and South Australia, spending most of its time in trees. It has gliding membranes on both sides of its body extending from the wrist to the ankle, helping it glide between trees.