Yes--A possum (a.k.a. "opossum") that gets into your coop or run can eat eggs and young chicks, but they have certainly been known to kill adult chickens as well. ... The birds will usually be killed by bites to the neck, and the opossums often just eat the contents of your birds' crops and occasionally some of the chest.

How do I protect my chickens from possums?

Possums are very easily deterred by light and noise. Christmas lights have proven to be particularly effective in keeping them away and keeping your flock safe. During the day, leaving a radio playing near the chicken run and coop's entrances will also help deter them.

Can possums attack chickens?

Possums are scavengers, and they go all out hunting for food. These creatures are scavengers that take any opportunity they have to get their hands on something edible. ... While smaller chickens or smaller bantams are usually the most susceptible, possums can also attack larger chickens like hens every once in a while.