RACCOON
Raccoon is a Robimal who looks and acts friendly to others. She wears a pleasant face when she is around others. Raccoon belongs to a team and participates in a group that has given her a social job.
TEAM: ORANGE
GROUP: KIND
JOB: TEACHING OTHERS TO BE “FRIENDLY”
Raccoon’s Friendly Story
Coloring Activity Page
Meet a Real Raccoon!
Cool Facts: Raccoons are clever and curious animals known for their distinctive black masks and ringed tails. They have incredibly dexterous front paws, which they use to open containers and manipulate objects. Raccoons are also known for their excellent problem-solving skills.
Where They Live: Raccoons are highly adaptable and can be found in a variety of environments, including forests, marshes, and urban areas. They are native to North and Central America but have also spread to parts of Europe and Asia.
Where They Sleep: Raccoons sleep in dens, which they make in hollow trees, abandoned burrows, or even attics in urban areas. They prefer secure and hidden places to rest during the day, as they are nocturnal and active at night.
Home Life and Social: Raccoons are generally solitary but sometimes form small family groups, especially females with their young. Mother raccoons are very attentive, teaching their kits how to find food and survive in the wild.
Friendships: While raccoons are mostly solitary, they do interact with other raccoons during mating season or when raising young. They communicate using a variety of sounds, including purrs, growls, and chirps, as well as through body language.
What They Do for Fun: Raccoons love to explore their surroundings and play with objects they find interesting. They often engage in playful activities, such as climbing trees, splashing in water, and investigating new scents and sights.
Size of the Animal: Raccoons are medium-sized mammals. They typically weigh between 10 to 20 pounds and measure about 16 to 28 inches in length, not including their bushy tails, which can add an additional 8 to 12 inches.
Power Level: Raccoons are strong for their size, with powerful limbs and sharp claws that enable them to climb, dig, and open containers. Their intelligence and adaptability make them successful in a variety of environments.
Lifespan: In the wild, raccoons usually live around 2 to 5 years due to dangers. However, in captivity or safe environments, they can live up to 15 to 20 years.
First Known: Raccoons have been known to indigenous peoples of the Americas for thousands of years and were first documented by European explorers in the 16th century. Their scientific name, Procyon lotor, reflects their habit of washing their food in water.
