Raccoons

Humans hunt a number of animals, including raccoons. But, why are raccoons hunted? Raccoons are hunted mainly to keep the population down, they are a nuisance to humans. These animals can also attack your pets, spread disease, steal your pet’s food and rummage through your trash. They are also hunted for sport and a small […]

We all know that humans can pack on the pounds, and so can animals, but why? Why are raccoons so fat? Raccoons are so fat because they have access to foods that are generally very rich in fat and sugar. They have access to cheeseburgers, french fries, desserts, sweets, bread and a variety of other […]

To humans, being up during the day is normal, but not for raccoons. So, why are raccoons nocturnal? Raccoons are nocturnal to avoid predators, many predators and predators of the past like dinosaurs were out at night, thus, raccoons became nocturnal to evade them. Also, at night, there is less competition for food and being […]

Eating from the trash will get a human sick but not a raccoon, so how do raccoons not get sick? Raccoons do not get sick because the bacteria and pathogens that they ingest from garbage food gets killed in their very acidic stomachs. Another reason why they do not get sick is that the carcass […]

Raccoons can cause a lot of damage in your garden, never mind what they do to your trash. This article will be your guide on how to keep raccoons from eating tomatoes You can keep raccoons from eating your tomatoes by using motion sensor lights that shine on the plants at night, using ammonia-soaked rags […]

If you’ve spent many days taking care of your lawn, manicuring the grass and tending to your plants then wild animals attacking your garden will understandably make you upset. Raccoons tear up your lawns in search of food. This food can include grubs which are their favourite, the food can also include worms and other […]

Raccoons have really bad eyesight. Humans and many other animals use our eyes to find food. So how do raccoons find food? Raccoons find food using their sense of touch and a sense of smell. Raccoon hands are seldom still, they are always fidgeting, feeling around looking for food. They also have very sensitive olfactory […]

Raccoons come in a variety of different colours, but why is that? Why are raccoons different colours? Raccoons come in different colours because the genes for fur colour is passed down from generation to generation. Raccoons that have darker coloured fur are more common because they blend in with the night environment and thus avoid […]

Raccoons are generally seen as a nuisance, so why are raccoons protected? Raccoons are protected because they are needed to promote biodiversity. Raccoons have their place in the food chain and are essential to maintain a healthy ecosystem. Also, raccoons are protected because they are food to a number of prey animals and birds of […]

Raccoons are nocturnal animals. They come out at night looking for food for themselves and their babies. But they all seem to disappear during the day. So, where do raccoons go during the day? This article looks into it Raccoons sleep in homes called dens or dreys during the day. Wild raccoons use trees, burrows […]