Answer : A Raccoon is shorter than a Mongoose
The average height of a Mongoose is 53 cm, (1 ft, 8.9 in ) while the average height of a Raccoon is 26 cm, (10.2 in )
Name | Name:Mongoose | Name:Raccoon |
Height | Height:53 cm, (1 ft, 8.9 in ) | Height:26 cm, (10.2 in ) |
| * Egyptian Mongoose - ranges from 48 to 58cm | * Guadeloupe Racoon - ranges from 23 to 30cm |
Weight | Weight:2 kg, (4 lbs) | Weight:6 kg, (13 lbs) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:32 kph, (20 mph) | Top Speed:24 kph, (15 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):12 | Lifespan in Wild (years):14 |
Description | Description:The Egyptian Mongoose lives in hollow logs, burrows, and holes in the ground which are near a water source. They have grey fur with brown dots. They have a low, long body which can be mistaken for a reptile at a distance. | Description:Raccoons are bear-like mammals that were once exclusively found in North America but now live in Japan and Europe as well. They have what appears to be a black mask surrounding their eyes. Their front paws are so dexterous that they can turn door knobs, untie knots, and open jars. |
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