Crab-eating raccoon
A species of Raccoons Scientific name : Procyon cancrivorus Genus : Raccoons
Crab-eating raccoon, A species of Raccoons
Scientific name: Procyon cancrivorus
Genus: Raccoons
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Description
The crab-raccoon (Procyon cancrivorus) is a predator species from the genus of raccoons (Procyon) within the family of the small bear (Procyonidae).
General Info
Lifespan
4-13 years
Diet
Crab-eating raccoon thrives on a predominantly omnivorous diet with strong preference for aquatic resources. It primarily consumes river crabs, supplemented by small amphibians, insects, fruits, and occasionally, small mammals.
Appearance
Crab-eating raccoon is a medium-sized mammal with a stout, compact body covered in dense fur. The fur predominately features a grey-brown shade, contrasted by a darker mask like markings around the eyes. It exhibits a rounded head, sharp snout, and bears a bushy tail. Its protruding ears and sharp claws on small limbs are distinctive features. There's no significant differentiation in appearance based on gender, age, or subspecies.
Behavior
Crab-eating raccoon is a nocturnal, solitary mammal, primarily terrestrial, but adept at swimming and climbing. It stands out for its omnivorous diet, feeding primarily on crabs and river snails. With prominent territorial behaviour, it marks its territory using secretions from its anal glands. While not hibernating, it adapts to changes in food availability.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Raccoons and allies Genus
Raccoons Species
Crab-eating raccoon 
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