has a short snout and dexterous hands with fingers capable of grasping objects
AVERAGE AGE
2 – 5 years
WEIGHT
5 – 15 kg
AREAL
North and Central America
FOOD
omnivore (fruits, insects, birds, fish, eggs)
Raccoon
The raccoon is a small mammal with a short snout and a bushy tail with rings. It has very dexterous hands, able to grasp and manipulate objects. It is omnivorous, eating a wide range of foods from fruits to small animals. The raccoon is nocturnal and lives in forests but has also adapted to urban areas.
It is highly intelligent and known for its curiosity and ability to open containers or even doors.