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Family's Cake Thief Opossum Recovers from Lead Toxicity

2/12/2025

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In Omaha, Nebraska, a family stumbled upon a mischievous opossum that had devoured their Costco chocolate cake. Wildlife rehab revealed the creature was battling lead toxicity, but after receiving treatment, it’s set to make a comeback in March. The family, now wiser, vows to keep their food safely indoors.

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Story summary

In Omaha, Nebraska, a family stumbled upon a mischievous opossum that had devoured their Costco chocolate cake. Wildlife rehab revealed the creature was battling lead toxicity, but after receiving treatment, it’s set to make a comeback in March. The family, now wiser, vows to keep their food safely indoors.