They stay with their mother through the winter. They are good climbers. Their sharp claws help them climb up the trees. They have good memories for where food is. A raccoons pawprints show five fingers.
Raccoons find food with their hands.
If they are near water, they dip their food in water before eating . The raccoon is playful and seems to enjoy playing with pebbles or stones, rolling them around in their hands. This page has been accessed 506 times.