As the cityscape of New York continues to evolve, so too does the wildlife adapting to it. Raccoons, once predominantly rural creatures, have increasingly made the bustling urban environment their home. This transition has not only been physical but cognitive as well, with these raccoons developing keen intelligence to navigate their complex surroundings.
How Urban Environments Foster Raccoon Intelligence
City living presents a myriad of challenges that raccoons in forests or fields would never face. From navigating busy streets to scavenging for food amongst human trash, urban raccoons are constantly confronted with problems that require creative solutions. This continuous engagement is thought to…..