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Identifying a sick opossum through symptoms shown by the animal requires a careful assessment lest it was just playing possum. This refers to the passive defensive tactic of the opossum that it is known for. It flops onto its side and lies on the ground with eyes closed or staring fixedly into space. It would even hang its tongue out and drools for effect. This is a ploy to escape predation by pretending to be dead. If however, it does not get up and escape after a few hours of being left alone, then it may really be sick and needing attention.