Raccoons showing signs of domestication in cities
New research reveals urban raccoons are self-domesticating with shorter snouts. Discover how these 'trash pandas' are evolving and what it means for their future.
New research reveals urban raccoons are self-domesticating with shorter snouts. Discover how these 'trash pandas' are evolving and what it means for their future.
An escaped raccoon was filmed roaming a garden in Gwennap, Cornwall, before being secured. This follows another exotic animal escape in the area this month. Read the full story.
An escaped raccoon was found in a Cornwall greenhouse, sparking an RSPCA response. This follows the discovery of a missing flamingo from a local park now living in France.
The US Department of Agriculture is deploying vaccine-laden baits across southeastern states in an ambitious airborne operation to curb the spread of raccoon rabies.
A remarkable story unfolds in Pembroke, Maine, where a stray cat's incredible journey of survival and unexpected friendship with a baby raccoon has captured hearts on social media and sparked a community-wide rescue mission.
A Kentucky nurse's extraordinary encounter with an inebriated raccoon leads to a life-saving CPR attempt, showcasing remarkable compassion in an unusual wildlife emergency.
A raccoon's daring dash across the outfield caused a hilarious delay during the tense MLB game between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox, providing a moment of light relief in the fierce rivalry.
A Massachusetts woman faced a terrifying ordeal when she was viciously attacked by raccoons in her own backyard. The shocking incident has left locals on high alert.