What Purpose Does a Raccoons Mask Serve?

What Purpose Does a Raccoons Mask Serve?

There are multiple theories on the functionality of a raccoons mask. Raccoons are easily identified by the “masks” around their eyes. While this distinctive feature lends to the raccoons nickname, masked bandits, their markings may hold functionality as well. What...
How Did the Raccoon Get Into My Attic?

How Did the Raccoon Get Into My Attic?

Homeowners awoken to the sounds of footsteps overhead may find themselves dealing with a raccoon. In many cases raccoons will enter through construction gaps or missing vent covers. In other cases the raccoon decided to create a new cavity where it pleases. How...
Crying From the Walls? Explained!

Crying From the Walls? Explained!

Whining and crying coming from the walls of a home can leave many homeowners scratching their heads. Most raccoons have April and May birthdays. Baby raccoons or kit are born in some interesting places. When spring arrives and odd noises emanate from homeowners walls...
The Raccoon- Intelligent, Adaptable & Familial

The Raccoon- Intelligent, Adaptable & Familial

As raccoons continue to become a common sighting in urban and suburban America we continue to learn more about their character. The insights gained from their more frequent spotting in residential areas has proven useful in mitigating future nuisances. Below are three...
Do Raccoons Travel in Groups?

Do Raccoons Travel in Groups?

The raccoon is commonly referred to as an adorable masked bandit roaming and sometimes terrorizing the suburbs of North America. Raccoons are strong and intelligent mammals with a distinct five digit paw print. When the raccoon is involved in property damage the...