They are creative animals and have brain level equal to a human child. Melanie is a Chicago raccoon and a few years old have been observed to clap, sweep and dancing. In the 20th century; they were caught by the researchers for experimenting purpose, but it was difficult to keep them in a cage for long, as they were able to make their way out.
Research says that
-They have good memory level than dogs and can keep things in their brains for larger time periods.
If Illinois raccoons are trained for socializing at their small age, they can adapt it.
-Usually, raccoons cannot be kept in homes as they are mischievous creatures and temperamental at the same time. In the US, many states have permitted to keep raccoons as pets.
-These animals also pose enough intelligence to target their prey.
-Raccoon's brain has numerous neurons and it means more intelligence.
-Raccoons are considered as the smartest and brilliant animals as they have huge brains. It is hard to capture them as they know how to escape. They have complicated brains and can think and respond fast. Raccoons' hands and limbs have the capacity to use diversified tools, therefore, it is hard to close them in boundaries.
-Raccoons have been observed to have love emotions with families and a sense of attachment with their environment. Raccoons were once observed to be involved in the activity of snatching food from bicycles.
-They can raise their food and your homes porches may be their favorite place. During the daytime, they have poor visibility, but their complicated brains help them in getting food and accessing the places. Raccoons remember long paths of their journey and can locate their previous place of residence.
-They are also excellent at problem-solving. Raccoons' brilliance is comparable with Orangutans and Gorillas. Male Chicago raccoons protect their females from other harmful animals. The intelligence of raccoons is increasing with time and it has been said by many researchers. Experiential studies have been held; scientists placed multiple trash cans in complex situations to change the path of raccoons, but they, every time sort out the way by adjusting the cans. All their activity and behavioral attitudes determine the level of their intelligence. All their activity and behavioral attitudes determine the level of their intelligence.
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