953 nut 62,566 #1 Posted October 1 National Raccoon Day takes place on October 1 every year. It is not limited to just raccoons, it extends to all misunderstood animals classified as pests, such as coyotes, spiders, and snakes. This day encourages people to look more closely at raccoons, not as a nuisance but as an important factor in the ecosystem. Many are even kept as pets, however, these are by sanctuaries and rescuers with profound knowledge about the creatures. They’re not to be kept like other domesticated animals. Read on to find out more about these interesting critters and their history. 2 2 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 74,934 #3 Posted October 1 56 minutes ago, 953 nut said: misunderstood animals classified as pests, such as Teach the children correctly. Caution and care. Not fear. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 53,079 #4 Posted October 1 5 hours ago, 953 nut said: misunderstood animals classified as pests, such as Opsums... which I heard tell feast on ticks. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 68,399 #5 Posted October 1 1 hour ago, WHX?? said: Opsums are still open season if they come round my chickens… 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lynnmor 8,141 #6 Posted October 1 (edited) 3 hours ago, Pullstart said: are still open season if they come round my chickens… Do they taste like chicken? Creamed-Possum-FI.webp Edited October 1 by lynnmor 3 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wayne0 1,387 #7 Posted October 1 13 minutes ago, lynnmor said: Do they taste like chicken? Creamed-Possum-FI.webp 71.98 kB · 0 downloads More like Bear. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
