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Raccoon
Procyon lotor
Least Concern
Raccoon (Procyon lotor) lives in forests, mountains, and urban areas across Canada to Panama. It feeds on fruits, insects, small animals, human food. Its conservation status is Least Concern.
A real field recording of the Raccoon, made in the wild.
Recording: Thomas Koffel, CC BY, via iNaturalist
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Raccoons are highly adaptable and intelligent mammals, known for their distinctive black and white masks and dexterous hands. They are excellent climbers and swimmers, and have been observed opening latches and doors in search of food. In the wild, raccoons typically live alone or in small family groups, and are primarily nocturnal, although they can be active during the day as well. Their intelligence and adaptability have allowed them to thrive in a wide range of environments, from the frozen tundras of Canada to the tropical forests of Central America. Raccoons are also skilled foragers, using their sensitive hands and keen sense of touch to find food in the dark. They have been known to raid gardens, campsites, and even garbage cans in search of a meal. Despite their reputation as pests, raccoons play an important role in their ecosystems, helping to control insect and small animal populations.
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