Answer : No, a Raccoon is not heavier than a Jackal
The average weight of a Raccoon is 6 kg, (13 lbs) versus 9 kg, (20 lbs) for a Jackal
Name | Name:Raccoon | Name:Jackal |
Weight | Weight:6 kg, (13 lbs) | Weight:9 kg, (20 lbs) |
| * Guadeloupe Racoon - ranges from 1.8 to 10.4kg | * Golden Jackal - ranges from 8 to 10kg |
Height | Height:26 cm, (10.2 in ) | Height:40 cm, (1 ft, 3.7 in ) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:24 kph, (15 mph) | Top Speed:32 kph, (20 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):14 | Lifespan in Wild (years):9 |
Description | 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. | Description:Golden Jackals are pale gold to yellow with bits of brown. They are known for their pack behavior. They use wide range of howls to locate each other. |
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