Do Raccoons Eat Snakes? (Are They Immune to Snake Venom?)
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Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores:
Their diet consists of anything they can find, including fruits, vegetables, insects, and small animals.
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Snakes on the menu:
Raccoons will indeed eat snakes, including venomous ones, if the opportunity arises.
No immunity:
Unlike some snake predators like the honey badger, raccoons aren't immune to snake venom.
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Raccoon smarts:
They rely on their intelligence and cunning to overpower the snake, not on any special resistance.
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Surprise attack:
Raccoons may startle or disorient the snake before going in for the kill.
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Thick fur:
Their thick fur might offer some minor protection from a bite.
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Not guaranteed:
A bite can still be dangerous or even fatal for a raccoon.
Respect the power of snakes:
Even for these adaptable creatures, caution around snakes is essential.