Rodents (Gophers, Muskrats, Mice, Rabbits, Squirrels, Rats) – out of these small rodents, a rat, mouse, or rabbit is most likely going to be eaten by a raccoon.They are high in protein and also a great nutrient source for raccoons. Snails – an easy food source for the laziest raccoon.Turtles – a shared habitat with turtles make them a desirable food option for a raccoon.Snakes move rather quickly and a raccoon will not waste its energy chasing down a snake. Snakes – typically are only eaten by a raccoon if dead or injured.Also, raccoons can use their claws to open a clam just like they would for nuts. Clams – easy to forage for as clams do not move.Additionally, they can grab a tree frog or just stumble upon a frog in the water or near the water’s edge. Frogs – a high source of protein and nutrients for a raccoon.Raccoons have sensitive paws and can sense a fish’s touch. Fish – love to grab a fish out of shallow water.Easy to wander along the river beds and find a crayfish to grab right out of the water.
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