Raccoon

		SIZE

		HEIGHT:	9-12 in. at the shoulder
		LENGTH:	2-3 feet Tail Length: 6-12 in.
		WEIGHT:	15-35 lb.

		BREEDING

		MATURITY:	Female: 1 year Male: 2 years
		MATING:	Mates in February.
		GESTATION:	50-65 days
		# OF YOUNG :	Called a litter: 4-5 kits born in late spring.

		LIFESTYLE

		HABIT:	Raccoons range from North, Central, and South America.
		DIET:	Omnivores (eat meat and vegetation) and eat frogs, small fish, crayfish, insects, corn, berries, and grapes.
		LIFESPAN:	8-10 years in the wild, and 10-13 years in captivity.

		SCIENTIFIC NAME

		FAMILY:	Common Name: Raccoon Classified as "Procyon lotor".

		GENERAL INFORMATION

		Raccoons range from North, Central, and South America. Raccoons inhabit forested areas with mature and/or hollow trees in which to nest. They have adapted to live in urban and rural areas. Raccoons vary in color from blond to dark gray with the characteristic rings around eyes and tail. They have small, articulate paws used to pick up food, dig, or aid in climbing. Fun Facts: Their species name “lotor” means “washer” in Latin. Raccoons are very vocal have been heard to purr and growl at each other. A raccoon is a curious animal and it uses its paws and nose to explore new surroundings.

""June of 07 was my time in Bear Country and from now on it will always be on the vacation list of sites to visit. A big Thank You goes out to the Casey family for such a fine park for the animals and vistors to experience. Next Year the granddaughter will find out about Bear Country and enjoy the beauty of the area, the BEARS and all the animals. papa will be there watching and enjoying also. Thank you ""DOC"", may BEAR COUNTRY be there forever and a day so all can enjoy. thank you Robert and Margo""

Robert Johnston
Kansas City, Missouri