Answer : A Raccoon is shorter than a Prairiedog
The average height of a Prairiedog is 28 cm, (11 in ) while the average height of a Raccoon is 26 cm, (10.2 in )
Name | Name:Prairiedog | Name:Raccoon |
Height | Height:28 cm, (11 in ) | Height:26 cm, (10.2 in ) |
| * Mexican Prairie Dog - up to 30cm, standing. | * Guadeloupe Racoon - ranges from 23 to 30cm |
Weight | Weight:1 kg, (2 lbs) | Weight:6 kg, (13 lbs) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:59 kph, (37 mph) | Top Speed:24 kph, (15 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):4 | Lifespan in Wild (years):14 |
Description | Description:Mexican Prairie dogs live only in the grassland valleys of Mexico. They have mouse-like ears and blunt noses, and usually develop and thicken their fur during winter. Their large auditory glands can pick up sounds ranging from 29 to 26,000 Hz. | 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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