A New Ambassador

Sadly, this opossum arrived in September after being raised by rescuers for over a month. Other opossums in rehab never accepted him (they attacked him) and we had to keep him segregated. Secondly, the previous diet was incorrect and he developed metabolic bone disease, weak bones (they need special diets).Thirdly, he was handled and became habituated.
Today, it was determined he was not releasable. Lucky for him it was decided he will be an ambassador for wildlife. VERY FEW animals can be kept for education. Program animals are selected for their ability to handle being on display in front of the public. Not all wildlife are good candidates as program animals. Our first and foremost priority is to release viable animals back into the wild.
Today he was transferred to Gail A., to become a program animal. Gail will file paperwork with the Department of Agriculture. After, approval he will be available for programs.