Raccoons have a mischievous reputation, but these clips show a much sweeter side. From a dressed-up raccoon enjoying snacks ...

Raccoons are undeniably adorable, with their bandit-like masks and those clever little hands that seem almost human. It’s no wonder some people look at them and think, "Wouldn’t that make an amazing ...

The days of trash-talking raccoons may be coming to an end. A new study published in the journal Frontiers in Zoology found that city-dwelling raccoons are showing early signs of domestication — and ...

Periwinkle is a disabled raccoon with only one hand who captured the eye of a friendly homeowner when she spotted the sweet mom bringing her babies for a snack.

Many of us are lucky enough to live where wildlife comes through our yards, and we get to experience nature firsthand. I live in Western Georgia, and we regularly see squirrels, chipmunks, deer, and ...

Raccoons have long held the role of adorable bandits in the animal kingdom, and it’s not just because their black “mask” is the right costume for it. They are remarkably adept at sneaking into trash ...

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See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Two cute raccoon kits were rescued from a fireplace by the police after ...

With the possible exception of a certain overly aggressive red squirrel who tried to bite off a couple of my fingers at the elbow, the meanest animal I ever worked with was a small, but surprisingly ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Feeding a friendly neighbourhood cat is one thing, but one woman has ...