Raccoon
A species of Raccoons, Also known as North american raccoon, Trash panda, Salvador raccoon Scientific name : Procyon lotor Genus : Raccoons
Raccoon, A species of Raccoons
Also known as:
North american raccoon, Trash panda, Salvador raccoon
Scientific name: Procyon lotor
Genus: Raccoons
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Description
The Bahamian raccoon is small compared to the average size of the common raccoon, making it probably an example of insular dwarfism. Its delicate skull and dentition are similar to the ones of the Guadeloupe raccoon and the small subspecies of the Florida Keys. The coat is gray with a slight ocher tint on the neck and shoulders and the mask is interrupted by a distinct gap between the eyes. On the underparts, only few guard hairs cover the ground hairs. 
General Info
Lifespan
2-16 years
Diet
Raccoon predominantly consumes a varied diet with a penchant for fruits, insects, and small mammals. In urban areas, raccoon may shift towards human food waste and fallen bird feed from feeders, showing considerable adaptability in food selection.
Appearance
Raccoon is a medium-sized mammal with a stout body, distinctively marked with a greyish coat and black eye-mask. It has a dense undercoat for warmth and guard hairs for waterproofing. Its most noticeable feature is its bushy, ringed tail. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies within the species.
Behavior
Raccoon exhibits nocturnal and solitary behavior, foraging primarily for invertebrates, plants, and small vertebrates. They are renowned for their dexterity and problem-solving skills, manipulating objects with their front paws. Males exhibit territorial marking behavior through glandular secretions. Adapted for survival, raccoon readily occupies a variety of habitats due to its diverse diet and intelligent foraging tactics.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Carnivores Family
Raccoons and allies Genus
Raccoons Species
Raccoon 
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