What Smells Attract Possums

Opossums are omnivores with an opportunistic diet, eating most plant or animal matter. Because there is likely a plethora of food options in your yard, Havahart® recommends using a bait that will stand out – opossums tend to be attracted to fruit and strong-smelling foods like meats and oils.

What scents attract possums?

There are some smells that opossums find very inviting. They often get attracted to cinnamon scents, so if you have such scents lingering in your yard, be ready to receive these animals to your property. This explains why most people who wish to eliminate them from their yards use these scents to lure possums to baits.

What attracts possums to your house?

They are attracted to overflowing or odorous trash cans, uncovered compost heaps or other containers that you may have outside. They like to set up their habitat near water or moist areas. If you live near a pond, drainage ditch or sewer, you’re more likely to see opossums on your property.