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Definition of Common racoon
1. Noun. North American raccoon.
Lexicographical Neighbors of Common Racoon
Literary usage of Common racoon
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Illustrated Natural History by John George Wood (1865)
"... or CRAB-RATING RACOON, is a native of a warmer portion of Amenu than the common
Racoon, and has derived its name of Crab-eater from its habit d feeding ..."
2. An Historical and Descriptive Account of British America: Comprehending by Hugh Murray (1839)
"The common racoon occurs as far north as Red River, in lat. 50°. Its fur is used
in the manufacture of hats. This well-known animal is often seen in this ..."
3. The History of British Guiana: Comprising a General Description of the by Henry G. Dalton (1855)
"I believe that the common racoon (Procyon lotor} is also an inhabitant of this
country, but I have never yet been able to meet with a specimen. ..."
4. Introduction to Mammalia by Charles Hamilton Smith (1858)
"The species most commonly seen, is the Procyon lotor. — The common racoon of
North America.—It is a tenant of the woods and plains, abounding in trees. ..."
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