Raccoon (Procyon lotor)
Native to North America widely distributed in deciduous, mixed forests and due to its adaptability extending into urban areas. Nocturnal and omnivorous eating invertebrates, vertebrates and plants.
How to Identify
Its mask and the white rings along the tail are distinctive characteristics.
Where and When to Spot
Can be observed in all larger parks around Montreal. Although nocturnal, especially during spring also active during day.
Common Names
Raccoon
Waschbär (de)
Mapache boreal (es)
Raton laveur (fr)
Taxonomy
Carnivora
Procyonidae
Procyon lotor