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- raccoon 1a
variants
or less commonly racoon
plural raccoon or raccoons also racoon or racoons
1
a
: a small nocturnal carnivore (Procyon lotor) of North America that is chiefly gray, has a black mask and bushy ringed tail, lives chiefly in trees, and has a varied diet including small animals, fruits, and nuts
b
: the pelt of this animal
2
: any of several animals resembling or related to the raccoon
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In addition to serving as a living mulch, the spiny hairs on squash leaves are thought to deter raccoons from stealing your sweet corn.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
Rangers lead numerous hikes and programs under oak trees, through wildflowers and in the habitat of raccoons, coyotes and other wildlife.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Local News The raccoon was discovered near the 2200 block of Melrose Lane, raising concerns about potential exposure to other people and pets in the area.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2025
Other animals that commonly carry rabies include raccoons, skunks and foxes.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
Rangers lead numerous hikes and programs under oak trees, through wildflowers and in the habitat of raccoons, coyotes and other wildlife.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Local News The raccoon was discovered near the 2200 block of Melrose Lane, raising concerns about potential exposure to other people and pets in the area.
—Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 1 Apr. 2025
Other animals that commonly carry rabies include raccoons, skunks and foxes.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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“Raccoon.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/raccoon. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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