What do possums eat? Possums eat insects, fruits, small animals, carrion, and even human food scraps, showcasing their adaptable omnivorous diet.
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Carnivores and Omnivores
Food Chain Level III
The Hunters of Herbivores
The third level of the food chain consists of carnivores and omnivores. These animals feed on herbivores to help regulate their populations, prevent the overconsumption of vegetation within an ecosystem, and maintain the flow of energy up the food chain.