Opossum Tok is the New Viral World of TikTok That is Educating Animal Lovers on These Amazing Marsupials

They've been seriously misunderstood for the last time! Opossums, not to be confused with possums which are marsupials usually found in Australia, are also marsupials, but are found in North and South America. These creatures have been seriously overlooked, being thought of as ugly, gross, and even as troublesome rodents. But the fact of the matter is, opossums are extremely important creatures for the environment. 

Yes, their look can be a little off-putting to some, with 50 sharp little teeth, beady black eyes, long rat-like tail, and tiny sharp claws. But TikTok's world of #opossumtok is starting to gather a large crowd of animal lovers obsessed with this creature. These little guy is starting to show the world just how cute they truly are AND how helpful they are. 

Opossum Eating ASMR:

They are not only cute, but also help keep the tick population in check because they're part of their diet. One opossum can eat over 5,000 ticks just in one season. It's also extremely rare for these animals to get rabies due to their extra low body temperature. So that, combined with their fight or flight tactic of *plays dead*, makes these babies a safer “rodent” option to be found around your pets or children. 

Dancing Opossum:

Opossum Tail:

The only marsupial in North American, these little guys are also usually immune to lyme disease and some snake venom—plus, they are constantly cleaning themselves.

They also have the most adorable little babies called “joeys." An opossum can have as many as 20 babies at once, but unfortunately, only half survive and make it out of the pouch. Once they're out though, they hang on to the moms body, giving her the cutest little joey coat. 

Opossum Mama & Her Babies:

Opossum in a Costume:

TikTok has fallen in love and created a thriving viral world for opossum content within the app. Those who weren't opossum lovers before are now swooning, and those who already were are hungry for more. TikTokers just can't get enough of the cute American marsupial. 

Awesome Opossums:

This Opossum has “Swishy Baby Face Little Lady” Syndrome:

Unfortunately, these cuties only have a lifespan of 1-2 years. This fact really breaks the heart of opossum lovers everywhere, but #opossumtok keeps their memory alive and thriving.