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🦝 Raccoons 🦝
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.
Raccoons in the northern parts of their range gorge
themselves in spring and summer to store up body fat. They then spend much
of the winter asleep in a den. There are several other species of
raccoons, in addition to the familiar northern (North American) raccoon.
Most other species live on tropical islands.
Learn more on National Geographic 💡