Will a possum eat dead cat?

While possums are omnivores and known to scavenge, it's unlikely they would eat a dead cat. Here's why:

* Size: Possums are relatively small animals. A dead cat, especially a larger one, would be a difficult meal for a possum to handle.

* Predation: Possums are prey animals themselves, so they are more likely to avoid a dead cat (especially if it was killed by another predator) for fear of attracting larger, more dangerous animals.

* Disease: Dead animals can carry diseases. Possums, being intelligent creatures, may instinctively avoid potentially harmful food sources.

However, there are some exceptions:

* Starvation: If a possum is extremely hungry, it might be tempted to scavenge the carcass, especially if it's small or already decomposed.

* Availability: If there are no other readily available food sources, a possum might be more likely to explore the dead cat for sustenance.

In summary, while it's not impossible, it's not likely that a possum would eat a dead cat. There are more probable reasons for a possum to avoid a dead cat, including safety and potential disease risk.