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Raccoon Raccoon Range Map

Order Carnivora, Family Procyonidae

General Distribution: North America south to Panama. Introduced into western Europe.
Range in Washington: Statewide.
Habitat: Many habitats, near water, urban areas.
Diet: Omnivorous.
Habitats: Nocturnal, solitary.
Identification: Masked face, ringed tail. Total length: 60-95 cm; tail: 20-40 cm; mass: 6-22 kg.
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