Cute Raccoon stands up close to say hello!

Raccoons are categorized as medium-sized carnivores. They have a stocky torso and short limbs. Their hind legs are longer than their front legs so they have a hunched appearance. Their forefeet have five dexterous toes, allowing them to grasp and manipulate food and other items. They have a mask of black fur that covers their eyes and a ringed tail. Adults can weigh between 15 and 40 pounds and are 23 to 37 inches in length.

Did you know? Carl Linnaeus first placed Raccoons in the genus Ursus, categorizing them with bears.