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RACCOON FACTS

Raccoons are native to North and South America, ranging as far south as northern Argentina and as far north as southern Canada. The northern limits of their range have been expanding in recent years due to increased agricultural activity in Canada. Raccoons have been introduced in Europe and Asia as well.
Within their range, raccoons inhabit the lower elevations, avoiding the particularly harsh winter conditions of the high mountains.
There are six species of raccoons within the entire range and this info page will focus on the Common Raccoon which inhabits the United States and Canada.
The name 'raccoon' comes from the Algonquin word 'arakun' which means "one who scratches with his hands". When raccoons were first identified as a species they were given the name Ursus lotor or "washer bear". After much debate in the scientific community their name was changed to Procyon lotor which translates as "washer dog".
An average specimen of the Common Raccoon is about 32 inches long including the tail and weighs 11 to 18 pounds. In the northern part of their range raccoons may weigh as much as 33 pounds. The largest specimen ever recorded was over 60 pounds! The life span of wild raccoons is not known but is estimated at seven years; in captivity they may live twice as long. Raccoons are omnivores and their diet includes frogs, crayfish, fish, birds, eggs, fruits, nuts, grains, small mammals and insects.
Although raccoons are primarily active after nightfall, they have been known to have periods of activity during the day as well, particularly in coastal areas or areas with little human presence.
Raccoons prefer to make their dens in hollows in standing trees but have also been known to use underground burrows. Their adaptability to the loss of habitat brought on by human development has led them to use abandoned buildings and vehicles as denning sites as well.
 

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