Clever and Curious

by Gaurakisora Tucker

Raccoons are furry wild animals that live throughout North America. They are about the size of a large cat with gray fur, hunched backs, a sharp little nose, and distinctive dark masks around their eyes. Their back legs are longer than their front legs, and their tails are ringed with dark and white fur.

Raccoons wake up at night, come out of their nests, often in hollow trees, and go looking for food. They eat almost anything, but really seem to enjoy looking around creeks and lakes for crayfish with their sensitive, delicate hands.

These are smart, curious animals. Don’t be surprised if you hear a raccoon poking around outside your yard at night. They have learned that where people are, food is there too.