Virginia opossum

The Virginia opossum is a medium-sized marsupial with a white face, grayish body, and prehensile tail. They have small, rounded ears and a long, pointed snout. Opossums are about the size of a house cat, but with a more elongated body.

Opossums are drawn to yards by accessible food sources and shelter. You might notice overturned garbage cans, raided pet food bowls, or disturbed gardens. Opossums may also den under decks, sheds, or in crawl spaces, leaving behind droppings.

MBPC offers wildlife exclusion services to safely and humanely remove opossums from your property. Our SC-licensed technicians will identify entry points and implement strategies to prevent re-entry, such as sealing openings and reinforcing fences. We do not trap and relocate opossums, as this is often ineffective and inhumane.

Secure garbage can lids and store pet food indoors to eliminate food sources. Trim back overgrown vegetation and seal any openings under decks or sheds to deny shelter. Consider installing motion-activated lights to deter opossums from entering your yard in Myrtle Beach.

Virginia opossums are common throughout the Grand Strand, thriving in both urban and rural environments. They are adaptable and can be found near wooded areas, marshes, and residential neighborhoods. The warm climate and readily available food sources in coastal SC provide ideal conditions for opossums.

Peak activity: Year-Round