
RACCOON. Check clues below for confirmation:
| Where Found | A baby raccoon is likely to be found in a den such as a hollow tree, in an attic or chimney, or under a storage building or deck. |
| Time of Year | Raccoons usually bear their young in the spring, typically March through May; however, can be born in summer if the mother lost her first litter, or as early as January in years with a mild winter. |
| Distinguishing Features | Mask is visible; note dark fur around eyes and faint rings on tail. |
Is the animal hurt or sick (bleeding, shivering, vomiting, or has been attacked by a cat or dog)?
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From Healers of the Wild: People Who Care
For Injured and Orphaned Wildlife
by Shannon K. Jacobs