~ An adaptable feeder, raccoons will eat almost anything—fish, mice, insects, stolen eggs, and human trash. Raccoons sometimes "wash" their food, rapidly dunking it in water before eating.
~ Bandit-masked raccoons are a familiar sight just about everywhere, because they will eat just about anything. These ubiquitous mammals are found in forests, marshes, prairies, and even in cities. They are adaptable and use their dexterous front paws and long fingers to find and feast on a wide variety of fare.
~ The average lifespan in the wild ranges from 2 to 3 years and they can weigh anywhere from 4 to 23 pounds!
~ Although cute, please don't approach one of these animals! They carry a wide variety of diseases including rabies!
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