Raccoon - Wikipedia
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 …
Nuisance Species: Raccoons - Ohio Department of Natural …
Raccoons can transmit rabies, canine distemper and parvovirus to domestic animals and humans. You should avoid any raccoon that is active during daylight hours, has lost its fear of humans …
Raccoon | Nocturnal Habits, Diet & Habitat | Britannica
Dec 24, 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 …
Raccoon - National Wildlife Federation
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, …
101 Facts About Raccoons – North American Nature
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 …
Raccoons — Facts and Fancies - Wildlife Rescue League
Raccoons are in the Procyonidae (procyon, meaning to wash) family which also includes the ringtail cat and coati, and probably the red panda. There are seven species of raccoons in …
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...