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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