Sports Spasms Nov 21, 2009
In addition to wild birds, I ve seen opossums, raccoons, squirrels, and field mice there, too. I think one of the birds has already died and I ve seen swelling and blisters on two others. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Bull's spree ends with smashed cars, shots fired Oct 30, 2009
Schuler's lawyer, James Priest, said Schuler grew up on a farm where opossums killed his chickens and acted on instinct. Priest appealed the district court's ruling and the case will move to circuit court. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Keep pets safe during trick-or-treating Oct 28, 2009
Nocturnal animals, such as raccoons, opossums and foxes will be out looking for food. If you come across a wild animal while out trick-or-treating, your best bet is to keep your distance (and keep your pets away from wild animals, too). (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
8 people in Long Beach treated for typhus Oct 25, 2009
Murine typhus is spread by fleas that have hosted on infected cats, opossums, raccoons, rats and other rodents. It is not spread person-to-person. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Longview council to consider contributing to LCC baseball field renovations tonight Oct 23, 2009
crowsfeet wrote on Oct 22, 2009 3:37 PM:" Cowlitz1-- The PUD uses it, USPS uses it, UPS uses it, people that don't know where the hell they are at use it, the fire dept can't turn around there engine and have to try to back down around a hairpin corner. People coming to BBQ's use it. Walk and Knock, Girl scouts, Tricker Treaters, Auditors, Mormons, Jehovah Witnesses etc. Not counting deer, raccoons, squirrels and opossums. Two vehicles have went over the bank. I can't afford to get rid of that... (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Women Men Dont See, by James Tiptree, Jr. [pseud. Alice B. Sheldon], 1973 Oct 20, 2009
" Suddenly she switches on a jolly smile. "Think of us as opossums, Don. Did you know there are opossums living all over ... " Sweet Jesus Next minute the humming has started; the light is receding fast. The last I see of Mrs. Ruth Parsons and Miss Althea Parsons is two small shadows against that light, like two opossums. The light snaps off, the hum deepens and they're going, going, gone away. In the dark water beside me Est;ban is instructing everybody in general to chingarse themselves.... (Harper's Magazine)
Those noises in the attic could be critters moving in for the cold season Oct 8, 2009
The dead of summer may be the only time when squirrels, mice, raccoons, rats or opossums don't want to take up residence in your attic; but once there is a hint of autumn in the air and the temperatures begin their downward spiral, that is when the vermin are like the unwanted relatives who show up at your doorstep. "Animals can live in your house year-round, but we do see an increase right now simply because this is the time of year people are at home more and they start hearing noises," said... (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Readers Respond on "Obama's Science" Oct 3, 2009
As for the cats being of no particular benefit, the authors should consider what species controls the more than 40 eggs laid by many species of snakes, not to mention rodents, whose only other predators are birds of prey and opossums. Gary in Tampa via ScientificAmerican. (Scientific American)
Squirrel and noodles is real palate pleaser Oct 3, 2009
Mama says wrote on Oct 2, 2009 8:12 PM:" Don't forget squirrel stew. Biscuits and gravy and fried potatoes good with it also with squirrel as meat dish.Rabbit is good if soaked in salt water to get rid of gamey taste. Flour, salt, pepper it and fry like chicken, then make gravy while biscuits in oven, and fried potatoes makes it great meal.Coon is good. Fix it like rabbit. Coon tastes more like chicken to me. I find that opossums are too greasy and even after poured grease off three times, I... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
• Summer's fruits and berries abound Sep 26, 2009
Foxes, raccoons, and opossums got some too. We don't get those huge waves of migrants here, not in such numbers. (Juneau Empire)
15 cited for wild animal clubbings Sep 4, 2009
This past spring, conservation wardens received a tip from a concerned citizen about the illegal chasing and clubbing of wild animals, often raccoons and opossums, in rural areas of eastern Columbia and western Dodge counties ... In groups of four or six, the players located animals such as raccoons, opossums and even a skunk and beat them to death with the handmade sticks. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Humane Society, Animal Control have different roles Sep 3, 2009
He receives calls concerning wild animals, including opossums, snakes and raccoons. McGrew usually relocates these animals to a rural area. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Is Aging Inevitable? Jul 31, 2009
Opossums on an island off the Georgia coast not only live as much as 25 percent longer than their mainland kin but they also stay fertile longer and age more slowly physiologically. Why. (Suite101.com)
Critter problems best left to the experts Jul 31, 2009
But the village has backed off any immediate critter-control plans because of strict regulations by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources as to who may trap and remove most types of animals including skunks, raccoons, opossums, foxes and coyotes. "Our guys are really not equipped to handle those types of problems," said Heyworth mayor Larry Mowery. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Laws are to protect our animals Jul 21, 2009
Keeping pet food inside our homes avoids enticing opossums and raccoons who are always on the lookout for an easy food source. Wild animals may be cute, but they are not good neighbors. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Mesquite: Opossum killing may lead to increased training at camp Jul 17, 2009
Opossums, as well as raccoons, skunks and snakes, among others, are considered nuisance animals under Texas law and citizens have the right to kill them on their property ... "[Opossums] have teeth," said Mary Smith with the Mesquite Animal Shelter. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Wildlife Alliance plans plover predator protest Jun 30, 2009
According to the USDA, 20 to 30 raccoons are euthanized per beach per season, as well as five to 10 skunks and a few foxes, coyotes, opossums and minks. The organization conducts night raids as well, shooting foxes, minks and crows that approach nests. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Black bear visits Daytona neighborhoods Jun 24, 2009
"I have lived in this neighborhood for about four years and seen lots of opossums and raccoons, but this is the first time I have encountered a bear.". The young bear was also spotted briefly Tuesday night on Augusta Circle, a couple of blocks away from Fox Fire Road. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Paradise Winners May 25, 2009
All the interesting critters and plants that are green and blooming all year long. I drink my coffee in the morning and read the paper (The Post of course :) on the patio with the fragrance of the jasmine blooms, a never ending visual parade of spotted skunks, foxes, opossums, brightly colored lizards and snakes cruising through the yard as the red cardinals, blue jays, mockingbirds and parrots provide the musical score. 4. (The Palm Beach Post)
Study: Michigan mammals rapidly migrating north May 23, 2009
(AP) -- Commonplace rodents such as opossums and white-footed mice are migrating rapidly northward in Michigan, suggesting climate change is taking hold in the upper Great Lakes region, says a newly released scientific report. The growing abundance of rodent types that historically lived farther south, coupled with a decline of others long found north of the 45th parallel, has accelerated rapidly since the 1970s, say researchers led by biologist Philip Myers of the University of Michigan. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
5 Questions: Game Commission warns residents of bear sightings May 16, 2009
However, bears also will get into compost piles that include table scraps, and any food left outside for pets or other wildlife can draw bears and other wildlife, such as raccoons, skunks or opossums. If you think the corn you leave out back will just be eaten by squirrels and deer, think again. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Climate Change Driving Michigan Mammals North May 14, 2009
" In the study, Myers and coworkers analyzed distribution and abundance records of opossums and eight species of small forest rodents. In addition to data collected by live-trapping animals over the past 30 years, the researchers relied heavily on specimens and notes in research museums including the U-M Museum of Zoology and the Michigan State University Museum. "Museum collections have been underutilized in studying the effects of climate change," Myers said. "We're fortunate in Michigan to... (Science Daily)
Marblehead Animal Control offers tips on coexisting with wildlife May 11, 2009
Opossums generally live under sheds and porches, although they prefer wooded areas. They usually have one litter each season. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Dead animals expose dumped poison Apr 18, 2009
When officials arrived at the scene, they found the overturned bucket along with four dead vultures, one deer and two opossums. Smith says the poison apparently seeped into a water pool which was then used by the animals. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
More on Backyard Habitats Apr 18, 2009
Raccoons, opossums and other mammals may invade as well. Make sure your garbage cans have tight fitting lids. (Suite101.com)
Bartow Garden Club Learns To Attract Guests To The Garden Apr 16, 2009
There are many turtles, frogs and toads, lizards, rabbits, opossums, and raccoons living in residential areas. Natural cover around a home is provided by trees and dense shrubs. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Flea Prevention and Flea Control fo... Apr 12, 2009
Wild animals such as raccoons, skunks, opossums, coyotes and rabbits can carry fleas through the winter and introduce fleas to your dog or cat. Fleas can breed and reproduce very easily inside of your house throughout the entire winter if you already have a flea infestation in the house. (Suite101.com)
Beaver Dam youths make game of killing wild animals Apr 10, 2009
In groups of four or six, the players locate animals such as raccoons, opossums and skunks and beat them to death with the hand-made sticks. Once the animal is killed, the participants take a photo of the animal with their cell phones and send it to friends as proof of the kill. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
NWTF's wild turkey dictionary Apr 9, 2009
Predators Fox, skunks, snakes, bobcats, eagles, opossums, raccoons, coyotes, hawks and owls prey on wild turkey eggs and poults in their early stages. Poult A turkey chick; term used to about six months of age. (ESPN -- Outdoors)
Helping Animals, Teaching Harmony Mar 25, 2009
The center cares for squirrels, cottontails, opossums, mallards, Canada geese, turtles, raccoons, skunks, foxes and more. The center only takes in animals that are native to Missouri, Bolton noted, because once the animals are rehabilitated, they are released back into the wild. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Rebels, Eagles and Bobcats Mar 3, 2009
Feb. 28 is the last day for taking squirrels, rabbits, opossums, raccoons and bobcats, but the quail season lasts until March 7. CCA FUNdraiserThe Pine Belt chapter of the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) will hold its annual banquet and auction March 5 at the Jackie Sherrill Community Center in Hattiesburg. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Email of the Week for Feb. 11 (6) Feb 12, 2009
Jesus also had 12 opossums. The worst one was Judas Asparagus. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Comal County Road Department worker called "The Undertaker" Feb 9, 2009
In a typical month, he ll retrieve about 60 deer and a smattering of just about anything that prowls the Hill Country: raccoons, opossums, bobcats, porcupines, armadillos, foxes, family pets, even vultures that got hit by cars while dining on road kill. This isn t the most flashy job, but I asked for it and I got it. (KHOU.com, TX)
It's a Small World -- Watch Out for New Diseases Feb 8, 2009
Dogs, opossums and armadillos are all susceptible to his disease. Since 2003, Chagas has been observed in dogs in the United States. (Pekin Times, IL)
