Raccoons live just about everywhere, from California all the way to the East Coast. They are a nuisance to humans and the environment. They are found under porches or in attics, in hollow logs, in sheds and even in farms. Usually in winter, Animal Control gets a lot of calls for Raccoons in people's homes. These animals are mostly found in attics. Animal control can hopefully locate these animals and safely take them away from your home. Raccoons are known to return home to their "home" after being released. Animal Control has known to release Raccoons far away from their "home" so that they do not return. Raccoons are very curious. They are able to get in trash cans and open doors. Their most common cause of mischief is their search for food. These animals are nocturnal. They are awake at night and sleep in the day. While you are sleeping, they will get into anything and everything. These animals are known for completely tearing up lawns in search for grub worms. This is their favorite dish. A single Raccoon is capable of destroying an entire yard in a single night.
Raccoons have a strong determination when it comes food and will do any thing to get it. Raccoons can carry disease. One of the most common diseases is Rabies. Once infected, this animal can become aggressive, foam at their mouths, and make a very unpleasant appearance. Roundworm can live in Raccoons' feces (or urine) , which can prove deadly if it gets into the eyes of humans. Roundworm is a parasite. It can live inside the intestine and can travel through your body to infect other organs. Some cases have led to death. Raccoons excel at are raccoons dangerous swimming and climbing. Because climbing is an important part of a raccoon’s lifestyle, their tail and feet were made for it. The tail used for balancing and the feet designed for clinging and hanging. Raccoons can climb left and right, forward and backwards, as well as up and down. A Raccoon in the wild can live anywhere from 5-12 years in the wild, andin captivity up to 20 years! Their weight runs anywhere from 12-20 lbs, the largest on record was 60lbs! These fuzzy critters can teach you so much about them and how to take care of them.
Bentley James has a lot of experience when it comes to wildlife. His knowledge and experience in wildlife is the main source of most of his facts. He is an avid trapper as well as hunter and fisherman. Bentley is well-versed in the natural world and the many amazing creatures that inhabit it. Bentley says "knowing your wildlife and the outdoors makes it so much more enjoyable, so that when you see animals you will know what they are, how they live, and what it is they do. Bentley can easily identify the type of animal and its age by looking at its footprint. Bentley can also identify an animals hair by a few hairs. Bentley hopes that these articles can help to educate you about nature and the creatures we see every day.