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Raccoons
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Definition
: Carnivores of the genus Procyon of the family PROCYONIDAE. Two subgenera and seven species are currently recognized. They range from southern Canada to Panama and are found in several of the Caribbean Islands.
do not confuse with RACCOON DOGS
Other names
Procyon; Raccoon; Procyons