The Raccoon is instantly recognizable by its black face mask and ringed tail. Highly intelligent and dexterous, with nimble front paws that can manipulate latches, lids, and containers.
Best time to see a Raccoon
The best time to see a Raccoon is January–July, when about 65% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 132,398 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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