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The expression "in a coon's age" dates to the early 1800s, and to the folk belief that raccoons are long-lived. According to Straight Dope a wild individual raccoon might live up to 5 to 7 years (average survival being much lower, though, probably 2-3 years), and in captivity they can live up to 14-17 years. So their lifespan is comparable to that of a dog.
In the early 1800s, it's doubtful if anyone knew how long raccoons actually lived, and two to three years in the wild is not really very long. But raccoon fur is hardy and reasonably durable, which might have given rise to the belief of longevity.
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∙ 12y agoA raccoon can live up to 8 to 10 years in the wild.
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∙ 8y agoThe average lifespan in the wild is only 2-3 years due to disease, predation, car accidents, hunting, trapping, etc. In captivity they can live 15 years or more.
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∙ 8y agoIn the wild raccoons have a short lifespan of 2-3 years due to disease, car accidents, predation and hunting. In captivity they can live 15 years or more.
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∙ 8y agoThe average life span of a raccoon in the wild is 2-3 years. In captivity they may live 15-20 years or more. Many wild raccoons are killed by hunters and motor vehicles.
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How are wild raccoons different from tame raccoons?
They are exactly the same. There is no such thing as a truly tame raccoon. They are always a wild animal.
Do raccoons live in grasslands?
Yes, raccoons live in a variety of habitats, including grasslands.
Where in Canada do raccoons live?
raccoons live in alberta,saskatchewan and ontario
How long do racoons live?
From about one to three years but in captivity can live up to 14 to17 yearsWild raccoon generally only live for about 3 or so years, but captive raccoons have been known to live to almost 20.
Do tigers eat raccoons?
No, they don't even live in the same areas most of the time. no because they dont live in the same country No they don't live in the same habitat. Although tigers may eat dholes, a smallish Asian wild dog, but they have been known to kill tigers but it takes alot of them
How long can raccoons live up to in the wild?
Raccoons have a very short average life span in the wild of 2-3 years. In captivity they can live for 15 years or more.
Do raccoons live in the wild in Italy?
Raccoons do not live naturally in Italy. They are natives to the Americas only.
How long will raccoons survive?
In the wild a raccoons life span is short and averages 2-3 years. In captivity they can live 15-20 years, however.
What animals live by MtStHelens?
raccoons ,wild goats,deer,ducks,wolves,bears,wild hogs
What is a raccoons favorite food from the wild?
the raccoons favorite food from the wild is fish
How long is a raccoon's lifespan?
In the wild raccoons seldom live for more than 2-3 years due to hunters and vehicle accidents. In captivity they may live 15-20 years or more.
How long is the difference between a raccoon in captivity and in the wild?
In the wild raccoons average life span is only 2-3 years due to hunting and vehicular accidents. In captivity they can live 15-20 years or more.
How long does wild boars live?
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What raccons eat in the wild?
what do raccoons eat in the wild
How many years old are raccoons when they die?
In the wild, the average life span of raccoons is only 2-3 years as many die by hunters and vehicle accidents. In captivity raccoons can live 15-20 years or more.
How are wild raccoons different from tame raccoons?
They are exactly the same. There is no such thing as a truly tame raccoon. They are always a wild animal.
Where in Ohio do raccoons live?
raccoons live everywhere in Ohio :)
