Raccoon Raccoons too are a rather common mammal of New York. Raccoons are small fury animals. However, raccoons are carnivores, or meat eating animals. Raccoons walk like bears and humans. The raccoon tail has about six or seven rings.
Raccoons usually live in streams near forests that are close to civilization.
Raccoons make up the genus Procyon of the family Procyonidae. Climate The climate of New York is basically humid. Elevations and bodies of water may alter the climate. The coastal area has warmer temperatures clearer skies, and less precipitation. Northern New York goes through rather extreme temperatures, especially during winter when cold air from Canada comes.