Frodo the Opossum Demonstrates Slubbing

Frodo says, "this is my log and I love it and it's mine." He says that by slubbing: licking and rubbing an object to scent mark it. Like other male opossums, he has a sternal scent gland to help him do his work.
We're excited to introduce our little guy to Nashville students in 2023.

[@mstcrow5429]

Wish these babies lived longer, I remember their natural lifespan if not killed is only 2, maybe 3 years.

[@HarmonyWildlife]

I know, me too!

[@rickschlessenger3464]

I read it was 2-4 years. Still too short. One lady on youtube had her possum for 7 years. Maybe good genetics? We know all of these people take great care and love their possums. Be well.

[@HarmonyWildlife]

@@rickschlessenger3464 Yep, the usually live about 4 years. I am hoping Mr. Frodo has a long, happy life at Harmony.

[@rickschlessenger3464]

@@HarmonyWildlife I read that. There is a lady on youtube that had her possum for 10 years. Great genetics no doubt. I am wishing Frodo the same outcome. Be well.

[@artlife6210]

maybe so, the possum family in my backyard for thirty plus years now seem to average about 4-6 years but they are protected and well fed

[@jackwilliamtaylor5656]

“There’s still good in this world, Mr Frodo”
Fun fact, Sam Gamgee was actually talking about this little fella ❤

[@BlondeExplorer1]

What a sweet boy. Glad you are taking care of him. He is loved, healthy and happy! Be well. 🌞

[@erickmorales9012]

Adorable animals ✌️

[@HarmonyWildlife]

Yes, he is the cutest.

[@janeensizemore578]

What a sweet baby ❤❤❤

[@HarmonyWildlife]

He is a lovely guy!

[@skylerdickson2939]

hes too cute to be real

[@HarmonyWildlife]

He is ridiculous! He's making his debut in Nashville public schools this week, so kindergarteners can learn about how awesome opossums are.

[@gloryshadow8710]

such precious animal ☺

[@MrSPIKER]

Это явно его любимое дерево, он так им увлечён!

[@HarmonyWildlife]

Да, он любит свое дерево!

[@debramackawgy9245]

I wish they lived longer too.

[@fabiennebauducco9333]

C'est trop chou❤ j'aimerai savoir si ils font des bêtises dans une maison ? Comme les chiens par exemple

[@CowboyBebop444]

Awww

[@ireallycantthinkofaname4726]

W

[@Linksballs]

Why heem do dat

[@Peter_Tissot]

Silly opossum. He must have an average dinosaur brain

[@HarmonyWildlife]

Oh no, Frodo is quite advanced! He's like, the honor school student of opossums! 🤣

[@crystalclark4773]

What is the purpose of doing this?

[@TheERUEDA]

To mark their territory

[@cmherbs]

My opossum seems to be very afraid of sudden movements could it be because of bad eyesight

[@vitalic_drms]

he licke

[@almohvn33]

ONE OF God's greatest creatures....

[@tobiasexner]

Sweetheart ❤