Backyard and Beyond

Starting out from Brooklyn, an amateur naturalist explores our world.

As John Burroughs said, “The place to observe nature is where you are.”

Legion of Raccoons

Procyon lotorLate afternoon in Green-Wood, a crusty old bandit walking like a old cat. Procyon lotorElsewhere: one of two young and a mother who were just crossing the street then they saw us. They climbed back up the tree they’d come down.Procyon lotorThe youngsters seemed very curious.Procyon lotor

3 responses to “Legion of Raccoons”

  1. Are the Green-Wood raccoons diurnal? I almost never see them out during the day around here.

    1. This was late in the day, but still several hours before dark. The place closes at 7; I wonder if they just get an early start?

  2. Aw, they are so cute. I just love them despite their reputation…

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