Description

A native of North America, the common raccoon is a resourceful and adaptable mammal. The raccoon can grasp items with amazing dexterity thanks to its very dexterous front paws and striking black mask and ringed tail. Its wide diet, which includes fruits, nuts, insects, small mammals, and even human waste, makes this cunning and omnivorous animal an opportunistic forager and occasionally a nuisance in cities. The raccoon has a reputation for being a curious critter due to its propensity for climbing trees and exploring its environment. Raccoons are primarily nocturnal, but they can occasionally be seen during the day as they look for food or a place to withdraw to.