Which is lighter, a Muskrat or a Raccoon?
Answer : A Muskrat is lighter than a Raccoon
The average weight of a Muskrat is 2 kg, (4 lbs) and the average weight of a Raccoon is 6 kg, (13 lbs)
| Name | Name:Muskrat | Name:Raccoon |
| Weight | Weight:2 kg, (4 lbs) | Weight:6 kg, (13 lbs) |
| * ranges from .6 to 2kg | * Guadeloupe Racoon - ranges from 1.8 to 10.4kg | |
| Height | Height:n/a | Height:26 cm, (10.2 in ) |
| Top Speed | Top Speed:n/a | Top Speed:24 kph, (15 mph) |
| Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):2 | Lifespan in Wild (years):14 |
| Description | Description:Muskrats live in wet environments in Northern America. They are excellent swimmers with a speed of up to 4kph in water. They have dense fur which traps air underneath it and also provides insulation. | 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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