How long does it take for a raccoon to become an adult?

Answer 1

A raccoon is pretty much able to forage on its own at 5-6 months of age but will frequently spend the first winter with the mother and go out on its own the following spring when they are 10-12 months old.

Answer 2

A female is sexually mature at one year and a make at two years.

Answer 3

Females are sexually mature in one year while males take two years.

Answer 4

Raccoons may leave the mother and begin foraging on their own at 5-6 months of age.

Answer 5

Raccoons may leave the mother when they are about 6 months old. Others may remain with the female until they are nearly a year old.

Answer 6

A raccoon may leave its mother when it is about 6 months old but many will remain until they are nearly a year old.

Answer 7

what is a misconception about raccoons

Answer 8

12/16 weeks