Raccoons are often drawn to backyards in search of food, water, or shelter. Spotting the signs early can help you manage ...

With their prominent “bandit” masks, furry ringed tails, and stout bodies with a waddling walk, raccoons are easy to spot. These mammals are found across North America, residing in every kind of ...

Calgary’s raccoons are elusive creatures, typically found lying low in the woods rather than wreaking havoc on urban areas ...

They’re small, they wear a mask and can sometimes be found rolling around in your garbage at night. But if you ever see a raccoon walking around in the daylight, that may be a cause for concern. It ...

It is illegal to own a raccoon as a pet in the state of Kentucky without a specific permit. Raccoons are considered dangerous to humans as they can carry diseases like rabies and roundworm. A captive ...

Your neighborhood is home to all sorts of amazing animals, from raccoons, squirrels and skunks to birds, bugs and snails. Even if you don’t see them, most of these creatures are leaving evidence of ...

A paw print in baked mud at Joshua Tree National Park, likely from a coyote. Brad Sutton/National Park Service Steven Sullivan, Miami University Your neighborhood is home to all sorts of amazing ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Steven Sullivan, Miami University (THE CONVERSATION) Your neighborhood is home to all ...