The genus Procyon includes raccoons, a species of omnivorous mammals belonging to the family Procyonidae. They are known for their distinctive facial mask, colored tail rings, and highly developed manual manipulation skills. Here is an overview of common raccoon characteristics:
Physical appearance: Raccoons are medium in size, with a robust and compact body. They have dense, soft fur that generally varies in shades of gray, brown or black, although the color may be lighter in some areas of the body. One of its most recognizable features is its facial mask, which consists of dark-colored spots around the eyes and nose, similar to a mask.
Ringed tail: The tail of raccoons is long and densely furry, with alternating light and dark colored rings along its length. These rings are a distinctive feature and help identify raccoons from other species.
Head and snout: They have a rounded head with a pointed snout and rounded, mobile ears. Their eyes are relatively large and are adapted for night vision, which helps them in their mainly nocturnal activity.
Paws and Claws: Raccoons have short, stout limbs, with front paws that are remarkably adept at manipulating objects. Their claws are curved and sharp, allowing them to climb trees with ease and manipulate food and other objects with dexterity.
Food habits: They are omnivores and have a diverse diet that includes fruits, berries, nuts, insects, small mammals, birds and eggs. They are also known to forage for food in trash and urban environments, which sometimes leads them into conflict with humans.
Behavior: Raccoons are intelligent, adaptable animals that can survive in a variety of habitats, from forests to urban areas. They are social creatures that often live in family groups called bands, but they can also be solitary in certain circumstances.
Approximate measurements of the Raccoon:
Physical appearance: Raccoons are medium in size, with a robust and compact body. They have dense, soft fur that generally varies in shades of gray, brown or black, although the color may be lighter in some areas of the body. One of its most recognizable features is its facial mask, which consists of dark-colored spots around the eyes and nose, similar to a mask.
Ringed tail: The tail of raccoons is long and densely furry, with alternating light and dark colored rings along its length. These rings are a distinctive feature and help identify raccoons from other species.
Head and snout: They have a rounded head with a pointed snout and rounded, mobile ears. Their eyes are relatively large and are adapted for night vision, which helps them in their mainly nocturnal activity.
Paws and Claws: Raccoons have short, stout limbs, with front paws that are remarkably adept at manipulating objects. Their claws are curved and sharp, allowing them to climb trees with ease and manipulate food and other objects with dexterity.
Food habits: They are omnivores and have a diverse diet that includes fruits, berries, nuts, insects, small mammals, birds and eggs. They are also known to forage for food in trash and urban environments, which sometimes leads them into conflict with humans.
Behavior: Raccoons are intelligent, adaptable animals that can survive in a variety of habitats, from forests to urban areas. They are social creatures that often live in family groups called bands, but they can also be solitary in certain circumstances.
Approximate measurements of the Raccoon:
- 1:10 Scale - Complete
- Length 54mm
- Height 50mm
- Snout-base tail length 60 mm
