Which is shorter, an Opossum or a Skunk?

Answer : A Skunk is shorter than an Opossum
The average height of an Opossum is 20 cm, (7.9 in ) while the average height of a Skunk is 18 cm, (7.1 in )
NameName:OpossumName:Skunk
HeightHeight:20 cm, (7.9 in )Height:18 cm, (7.1 in )
* up to 30.5cm* Striped Skunk - ranges from 15 to 22cm
WeightWeight:3 kg, (7 lbs)Weight:4 kg, (9 lbs)
Top SpeedTop Speed:25 kph, (16 mph)Top Speed:16 kph, (10 mph)
Lifespan in Wild (years)Lifespan in Wild (years):2Lifespan in Wild (years):7
DescriptionDescription:Opossums live in dry habitats throughout South and Central America. They have pouches where they carry their babies after birth, and are known for hanging upside down from their tails, and playing dead when threatened.Description:Striped Skunks are famous for releasing a foul, strong smelling musk, secreted from the rear end whenever threatened. They are easily to recognize with all black fur that has one white stripe on its nape and a thin one running from forehead to snout.
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Name:Opossum
Height:20 cm, (7.9 in )
* up to 30.5cm
Weight:3 kg, (7 lbs)
Top Speed:25 kph, (16 mph)
Lifespan in Wild (years):2
Description:Opossums live in dry habitats throughout South and Central America. They have pouches where they carry their babies after birth, and are known for hanging upside down from their tails, and playing dead when threatened.
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Name:Skunk
Height:18 cm, (7.1 in )
* Striped Skunk - ranges from 15 to 22cm
Weight:4 kg, (9 lbs)
Top Speed:16 kph, (10 mph)
Lifespan in Wild (years):7
Description:Striped Skunks are famous for releasing a foul, strong smelling musk, secreted from the rear end whenever threatened. They are easily to recognize with all black fur that has one white stripe on its nape and a thin one running from forehead to snout.
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