Raccoons

A Natural History

By Samuel I. Zeveloff
Categories: Environmental & Nature Studies, Animal Studies
Publisher: UBC Press
Paperback : 9780774809641, 240 pages, March 2002

Table of contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

1 Introducing the Masked Bandit

2 Raccoon Origins

3 Today’s Raccoon Family

4 Form and Function

5 Distribution and Subspecies

6 Living Arrangements

7 Mortality and Disease

8 Reproduction and Development

9 Social Organization

10 Management

11 Raccoons and Humans

Appendix: List of Scientific Names

References

Index

Description

Raccoons presents detailed information on raccoon evolution, physical characteristics, social behavior, habitats, food habits, reproduction, and conservation, as well as their relationship with humans and many other topics. The section on distribution and subspecies focuses on the raccoon's current range expansion, and the material on their cultural significance demonstrates this mammal's unique status in different North American cultures.

Reviews

This book would be an excellent addition to any naturalist’s library and a definite asset to anyone interested in basic carnivore ecology.

- Wendy Vandersteen