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Northern Raccoon

Northern Raccoon

A northern raccoon at the National Museum of Natural History. Raccoons are born in underground dens or hollow trees and nurse for two months. After that, curiosity and nimble hands help the growing young find plenty of food.
Galleries: Raccoons, Smithsonian Museum of Natural History, Young Animals
Keywords: district of columbia, mammal, museum of natural history, national museum of natural history, natural history, raccoon, smithsonian, washington dc
Photo Location: National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC
Photographer: Chad Cullen
Date of Photo: 06/27/2009
Device Make: Canon
Device Model: Canon EOS 5D
Exposure Time: 1/30
F Number: 5/1
Original Dimensions: 2912×4368
Picture Orientation: Portrait
GPS Coordinates: 38°53'27.64"N 77°1'33.45"W
Picture Number: 8101