Procyonidae (family)

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Scope note
Family containing 18 species in six genera including includes the raccoons, coatis, kinkajous, olingos, ringtails, and cacomistles. Characterized by being tree-climbing, omnivorous, having poorly developed carnassial teeth, and being closely related to bears.
Procyonidae
Accepted term: 16-Dec-2024