True possums are found only in Australia and some of the islands of Oceania. They are quite different to the North American opossum. Possums live in trees hollows and logs in their natural habitat, which is bushland, wet sclerophyll forest and tall eucalypt forest, and temperate rainforest.
Dissect definition, to cut apart (an animal body, plant, etc.) to examine the structure, relation of parts, or the like. See more.
To cause to lose enthusiasm or resolution; disillusion or discourage: young executives dismayed by the corporate ladder (Peter Grose). See Synonyms at discourage. 2. To upset or distress: Parents may be dismayed by the mess from sand or paint spread around by the pair or group at play (Elizabeth Noble).