They have trouble scaling the sinister yucca and it’s dangerous leaves, but baby coatis relish any fruit dropped by the more skillful adults. Sometimes referred to as “Mexican raccoon,” coatis are closely-related. They also share an extremely versatile diet that includes anything from plants / fruits, to insects and rodents. A friend of mine once watched several corner a rock squirrel before proceeding to dismember and eat the poor creature!
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