Raccoon dog - night wandering raccoon
The Raccoon Dog (Nyctereutes procyonoides) is an omnivore native to Japan, the south-east of Siberia, and Manchuria, but they have also been sighted in Europe recently. During winter they hybernate, having fattened themselves during autumn on frogs, lizards, rodents, and even birds. They supplement their diet with seeds and berries. They are threatened by humans through hunting for their fur and urbanization. Its Greek scientific name Nyctereutes procyonoides comes from nycto = night, ereutes = wanderer, procyon = raccoon, although it isn't a raccoon, it's closest living relatives being foxes. They grow to lengths of about 65 cm and can weigh up to 10 kilograms. Image photographed by 663highland, licensed under GFDL.
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so adorable but one time i got bit by this animal and it hurt i was hospitalized for 27 days i had rabizes and the docters had to knock me out cause so angry due to the fact i was bit by a racoon slash dog alought it very cute and lovable at first so i kissed and snuffels (thats what i named it) bit me! right on lower lip and swelled like a ballon and that is i was hospitalized so beware of this animal i mean run when you see this furry friend
dont hurt it though
and for god sake dont kiss it and deff dont lick its eye believe its not a good idea
toddle lou
ps my friend louann had similar issues with this animal and you contact louann at 717 866 5511 so if you have any ?‘s contact her thanks and have a good day
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shababo (Email) - 23 12 07 - 02:30
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