44. Raccoon

This is another species that we know we have around, but rarely see. The other morning the dog of Leaning Oaks was very keen to follow this raccoon's meandering trail through the forest. Without the snow to capture the distinctive prints we'd never know of this visitor. Raccoons (Procyon lotor) have adapted well to living around people and in urban environments, having figured out how to scrounge through garbage, gardens and pet food to keep fed. 
Many years ago we ended up with a young raccoon that we had for about eight months. Aggu could get into any cupboard in the house, unscrew the raisin jar, climb onto any surface and wiggle into the best cuddling positions!  
[Note: we do NOT advocate keeping raccoons or any other wild animal as a pet]

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