Saturday, 17 May 2025

The Backyard Racoon is Coming Back - Nature 157

We did not see a raccoon since last couple years at backyard. We see one in this Spring, quite surprising.   


Image 01 - A racoon on the yard.

It might be related to the foods; we have two kinds now. They are safflower seeds and a new birdseed.

When we have safflower seeds, the raccoon did not like it. We guess the squirrels didn't either.  

We put out a new birdseed that contains a lot of goodies. We bought a huge bag from Costco. Now the racoon and the squirrels have returned.

Some people said the raccoons attracted by pet foods. However, if you want to feed them though, feed them dog kibble. They are actually canine, and the cat food is too high and taurine for them and eventually can cause severe liver damage.

Did raccoons visit your yards?

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  1. We only have a couple of hares or squirrels here...

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  2. No raccoons in Europe !
    Hug
    Anna

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  3. Uy que bien por el mapache no sabía que había que darles comida de perro. Te mando un beso

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  4. Só sei que eles são bem fofos, desejando uma boa semana bjs.

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  5. I haven't seen any racoons in our area but I have seen lone fox on occasion as well as a groundhog.. and of course tons and tons of deer.

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    1. I see ....

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  6. The raccoon dog has also now established itself permanently in the Netherlands, particularly in the northern provinces and Flevoland. But not in southern Holland. That raccoons sometimes seek out gardens could also be that they are seeking a safe nesting or burrowing place that provides them shelter and security. And also that they can find more food there . Raccoons are very often attracted to animal food that is outside, an open compost heap or an easily accessible garbage can.

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  7. we have snakes, frogs, skunks, chipmunks, bunnies, squirrels. moles, deer and i am sure more then that. the eat my flowers :( but i do have beautiful song birds as well!!

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  8. That's an interesting visit.
    I haven't seen the raccoon in a long time.

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  9. How exciting to see the raccoon back after so long! It’s fascinating how different food choices can influence which critters show up. Sounds like your new birdseed is a hit with both the raccoons and squirrels! 🦝

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    1. yes, food is important to attract wild critters...

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  10. We see raccoons on our deck occasionally, I do not want them hanging around for safety reasons. My dog might try to attack one. Thank you for linking up and sharing your post. Take care, have a wonderful weekend.

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    1. they are harmful actually ....

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  11. We have raccoons come into our courtyard from time to time. They are always on the hunt for free food! I walked out to look at the sky last night and was glad NOT to see one! Hugs!

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    1. they could be aggressive....

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  12. Sounds like word got out fast in the critter community — “new buffet at your place!”
    That fancy birdseed must be *really* good if the raccoons and squirrels came running back!

    And thank you for the helpful tip about raccoons and pet food — I didn’t know cat food could be harmful like that. Dog kibble it is, if anyone's feeling generous!
    Nature is wild... and apparently hungry!

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  13. Haha, looks like your backyard's new restaurant is open for business!

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    1. hehehe ....lol

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  14. Che simpatici i procioni 😍 Non li ho mai visti dal vivo, credo che in Italia non ci siano.
    Un abbraccio 😘

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  15. Querida amiga, hermosa foto, son muy tiernos los mapache. me encantó
    Te deseo un feliz inicio de semana, con mucho amor.
    ♥️Abrazos y te dejo besitos♥️
    *♥♫♥**♥♫♥**♥♫♥*--*♥♫♥**♥*

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  16. Thanks for the comments.
    Have a nice week.

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  17. It's quite a spectacle to be able to see a raccoon up close.
    Best regards

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  18. Qué curioso! Un mapache en el jardín ❤❤❤

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  19. A Racoon? Wow... what an adventure.

    Happy MosaicMonday...

    ...and thank you very much for sharing and being part at MosaicMonday Linkparty.

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