Raccoons are 16 to 28 inches in length
Weights 8 to 20 lbs
Grayish in color with white and black facial markings
Raccoons have the superb ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions
Now common residents in cities, towns and suburbs
Will live in hollowed out trees, caves, or even an attic or garage if they find one available
Consume both animal and plant matter diet varies with locality, season and availability
Commonly raid gardens, garbage cans, bird feeders, fish-ponds and even kitchen cabinets
Have been known to use door knobs, so cabinet doors are hardly a challenge
A pet door is an open invitation
Most home insurance policies will pay to have the insulation removed and replaced if damage and contamination occurs in attic
Provide an exclusion barrier where needed
Live cages around garbage cans