Raccoons can live anywhere, including California and the East Coast. These animals can cause a lot of problems for people and the environment. They live under porches and attics, as well as in hollow logs. Usually in winter, Animal Control gets a lot of calls for Raccoons in people's homes. These animals can be found mostly in attics. Animal control can safely remove these animals from your home. Raccoons have been known to return to their "home" once they are released. Animal Control has released them far enough from home to prevent them returning. Raccoons are very curious. They get into trash cans, can turn on water spickets, and can even 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. They are often out and about while you are asleep. These animals are known for completely tearing up lawns in search for grub worms. This is a favorite item on its menu. One Raccoon can completely destroy a whole yard in one night.
Raccoons have a strong determination when it comes food and will do any thing to get it. They can also be carriers of diseases. One of the most Raccoons 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, a parasite that lives in the intestine, can travel throughout the body and infect various organs. Some cases have led to death. Raccoons are great swimmers and climbers. The raccoon's life revolves around climbing, and their feet as well as tail are designed to enable them to do so. The tail serves as balance and the feet can be used to cling and hang. Raccoons are able to climb up and fall, right and left, forward, and backwards. Raccoons in the wild can live from 5-12 year in the wild and up to 20 years in captivity. They weigh between 12-20lbs. The largest Raccoon ever recorded was 60lbs. These fuzzy critters can teach us so much, not only about them, but how we as people can care for them and their environment.
Bentley James has extensive knowledge about wildlife. Most of the facts and information he shares are directly derived from his extensive experience with wildlife. He is an avid hunter and trapper. Bentley is a naturalist who knows everything about the outdoors and all the wonderful creatures that live there. Bentley believes that knowing your wildlife and the environment makes it more enjoyable. You will be able to identify their habitats, what they do, and how they live. Bentley can identify what type of animal it is by its footprint. Bentley can also identify an animal with just a few hairs. Bentley hopes these articles can help you learn more about nature and what creatures are all around us every day.