The raccoon (/ rəˈkuːn / or US: / ræˈkuːn / ⓘ, Procyon lotor), sometimes called the North American, northern or common raccoon (also spelled racoon) [3] to distinguish it from other …

17 hours ago · Urban Raccoons Are Showing Signs of Early Domestication, With Shorter Snouts Than Their Rural Cousins The shorter faces of these city-dwelling trash bandits offer a telltale …

In North America, raccoons can be found as far north as Canada and as far south as Panama, with notable exceptions in the northern Rocky Mountains, the Southwest, and the Great Basin. …

Sep 27, 2025 · raccoon, (genus Procyon), any of seven species of nocturnal mammals characterized by bushy ringed tails. The most common and well-known is the North American …

Raccoons are true New Yorkers in every sense. They look good in black, they’re primarily nocturnal, and know all the best spots to grab a meal. Intelligent and adaptive, raccoons are …

Nov 14, 2025 · City-dwelling raccoons seem to be evolving a shorter snout—a telltale feature of our pets and other domesticated animals

Raccoons live throughout the continental United States in woods, wetlands, suburbs, parks, cities, and anywhere there is cover, food, and water. Predators of raccoons include the coyote, …

In this comprehensive compilation of 101 facts about raccoons, we delve into their classification, behavior, reproduction, survival strategies, and more. Discover how these intelligent and …

23 hours ago · This article explores why raccoons aren’t just trouble-makers—they’re clever and resourceful, with amazing problem-solving skills.

1 day ago · Raccoons may be inching closer to becoming America's next pet. Affectionately referred to as trash pandas, the masked mammals known for rummaging rubbish bins for easy …