Real American Opossum Skull - Pathology

This Real American Opossum Skull - Pathology specimen showcases natural dental disease and wear patterns, making it an excellent educational resource for comparative anatomy and pathology studies. The specimen displays healed maxillary pathology, molar damage on the left side, and natural canine wear—ideal for examining disease progression in marsupial dentition. Perfect for educational institutions, veterinary programs, and natural history collections seeking authentic pathological examples.

The American opossum is a marsupial species found throughout North America. Opossums have long heads with a pointed snout and long whiskers, as well as long, prehensile tails with a scaly appearance. They are omnivores with a widely varied diet that includes fruits, grains, insects and carrion.

• Presents with evidence of healed pathology on maxilla
• Presents with evidence of pathology or damage on the left section of molars
• Presents with natural wear on canines
• Skull - Pathology Length 13.71 cm (5.4 in)
• Skull - Pathology Width 7.4 cm (2.9 in)
• Skull - Pathology Height 5.9 cm (2.3 in)