Raccoon
Raccoon
Adaptable and resourceful creatures
The raccoon, also known as the North American raccoon, has grayish fur and is known for its intelligence. The adaptability of these animals allowed them to expand their habitat to mountainous areas, coastal wetlands and urban areas. Research has shown that raccoons exhibit social behavior, with particular interactions between the sexes.
Characteristics
Order:
Carnivora
Family:
Procyonidae
Scientific name:
Procyon lotor
Habitat:
Forest
Origin:
North America
Current trend:
Increase
Number of individuals in the world:
Unknown
Lifetime:
2-3 years
*Source iucnredlist.org
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