Brazilian Short Tailed Opossum Care

I've had many questions on how to care for these animals. This quick video explains some of the basics. Here is some repeated + more information. Brazilian Short Tailed Opossums: In nature STO's could be considered scavengers. They will eat a variety of things from fruits, veggies, nuts, and insects, to small rodents. They are small animals only reaching about 5" body length. Cage - STO's love to run around. Provide the largest cage possible. 1/4" or 1/2" bar spacing. Inside the cage you need a wheel, food dish, water bottle, and sleeping area/hide. Food - For their food dish which should be kept full at all times: Dog food, cat food, ferret food, sugar glider food, hedgehog food. "Treats" such as fruits, veggies,

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