Free Raccoon Screensaver

Raccoon Free Screensaver

The Raccoon, also known as the Northern Raccoon, Common Raccoon, Washer Bear or Coon, is a widespread, medium-sized, omnivorous mammal native to North America. Since the beginning of the twentieth century, they have also been widespread on the European mainland and in the Caucasus region, after having escaped from fur farms. Raccoons usually live together in small, loose groups. Their original habitats are mixed or deciduous forests, but due to their adaptability, they are often found in urban areas where they can be considered pests. Contents Adult weights vary with habitat and range and can range from 3�16 kg (6.6�35 lb) and measure 60�90 cm (24�36 in) along the body, minus the 25 cm,10 in tail. The smallest species are those found in Southern Florida, while those near the Northern limits of the raccoon s range tend to be the largest. The largest recorded raccoon was over 28 kg (61 lb). They have black facial colorings around the eyes, and have a bushy tail with light and dark alternating rings. The coat is a mixture of gray, brown, and black fur. On rare occasions, raccoons may be albino. The dark patches around the eyes, perhaps the raccoon s most prominent trait, are reminiscent of a bandit s mask, which has enhanced its reputation for mischief, vandalism, and thievery.