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Wildlife
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Raccoon (Procyon lotor)


RANGE: Across North America and into northern Mexico.

STATUS: Not a protected species

HABITAT: Near water such as streams and lakes, generally near wooded areas or rock cliffs.

SPECIAL HABITAT REQUIREMENTS: Hollow trees, hollow logs, rock crevices or ground burrows for denning.

BREEDING: Usually 4 young born in April or May.

FOOD: Omnivorous; eat fruits, nuts, grains, insects, frogs, crayfish, and eggs.

REFERENCES: Burt 1952; Cstui et al

 

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