Chesapeake Bay raccoon

The Chesapeake Bay raccoon is found in the coastal marshes surrounding the Chesapeake Bay. They are one of the many semi-aquatic raccoons, meaning they spend a lot of time in the water. While the size of an adult raccoon varies considerably, one distinctive feature of this species is its slightly larger size. Their fur is also thicker and longer to protect them from the cold temperatures in their habitat. When the bay surrounding their inhabited area is not frozen, this raccoon’s diet revolves around seawater clams. They also eat fish, frogs, small snakes, and other amphibians.