Opossum (IMAGE) Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute Caption The common opossum, an unusual species in natural habitats, was also commonly observed across plantations. The camera traps detected a pregnant opossum, as well as baby opossums. Credit Claudio Monteza, MPI-AB and STRI Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. Only noncommercial uses of the work are permitted. Adaptations must be shared under the same terms. License CC BY-NC-SA Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.