This collection is themed on Animals commonly called Raccoon The raccoon is a medium-sized mammal native to North America. The raccoon is the largest species in the family Procyonidae, measuring 40 to 70 cm (16 to 28 in) in length and 35 to 9 kg (77 to 20 lb) in weight. His skin was composed of thick gray hair to prevent the cold from entering his body. This animal is known for its very agile claws and facial mask which is one of the mythological themes of several Native American tribes. Raccoons are known for their intelligence, with studies showing that these animals can memorize solutions to various problems for up to 3 years. The raccoon is an omnivorous animal , which is usually nocturnal.