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  1. Raccoon - Wikipedia

    The raccoon is noted for its intelligence, and studies show that it can remember the solution to tasks for at least three years. It is usually nocturnal and omnivorous, eating about 40% invertebrates, 33% …

  2. Raccoon - Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation

    Find a place in Oklahoma where there is food, water and suitable den sites and you've more than likely found a great location to spot a raccoon (Procyon lotor). Raccoons have dense fur that ranges in …

  3. Raccoon | Nocturnal Habits, Diet & Habitat | Britannica

    Dec 24, 2025 · What is a raccoon? A raccoon is any of seven species of nocturnal mammals characterized by bushy ringed tails. The most common and well known is the North American …

  4. Raccoon - National Wildlife Federation

    Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they will eat both meat and vegetables. They like grasshoppers, nuts, berries, mice, squirrels, and bird eggs. They are nocturnal and search for food at night. …

  5. 101 Facts About Raccoons - North American Nature

    Raccoons, native to North America, are captivating creatures known for their unique physical characteristics and intriguing behaviors. In this comprehensive compilation of 101 facts about …

  6. Studies indicate raccoons are becoming more domesticated, but don’t ...

    4 days ago · Raccoons living in America’s cities may be showing early indications of what scientists call “domestication syndrome,” but a Kansas State University wildlife expert cautions that the masked …

  7. Raccoon - National Geographic Kids

    Raccoons are active-at-night, or nocturnal, mammals that live throughout much of the world, from North and South America to Asia, in wooded areas and big cities alike. During winter in cold...

  8. 14 Types of Raccoons (Subspecies and Species) - AMERICAN GARDENER

    Jun 10, 2025 · Raccoons are clever, adaptable mammals belonging to the Procyonidae family, with the common raccoon (Procyon lotor) being the most widespread. Recognizable by their black facial …

  9. The Raccoon Rescue

    It all started with a crazy girl and her dream to rescue an animal that is widely misunderstood. The goal of Raccoon Rescue Wildlife Rehabilitation is to take in sick, injured, and orphaned raccoons, …

  10. Raccoon - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants

    There are six species of raccoon, in addition to the familiar North American raccoon. Most other species live on tropical islands. During the 20th century, raccoons were introduced to other parts of the globe, …