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Quiz: Are you an authority on raccoons?

9/3/2024
A raccoon standing in grass.
(Photo courtesy of Joe Viola)

Raccoons are usually creatures of the night, so we don't often catch a glimpse of these animals. But they are fascinating nonetheless. 

See how much you know about these creatures on this quiz. Feel free to study up ahead of time with the help of our creature feature.

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