Watch this Raccoon swim like a champion!

in animalphotography •  7 years ago 

This raccoon popped out of nowhere and didn't waste any time getting to where he needed to go :) Down the fallen tree, and straight into the cold December water! Then he swims like a champ right at me ;)

The raccoon could have taken 2 other routes that do not involve swimming, so I think raccoons don't mind the water at all :) It's always a treat to catch one in the act! I believe this is a male, because he is by himself whereas the females have little cubs to take care of, though I can't know for sure.



This video was shot at Lost Lagoon in Stanley Park, Vancouver BC, Canada.

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Wow! Amazingly! What a cutie :)
I hope he didn't freeze in cold water)))

He survived the crossing ;) He must have a good layer of fat under that fur, because he floats like a boat and doesn't seem to mind the cold water :) We've got some tough raccoons here in Vancouver! ;)

Thanks for the comment and upvote @ratel!

I just love it when a friendly, photogenic raccoon swims straight towards me when I have a camera in my hand. Totally awesome!

Yes, I couldn't have paid the rascal to do better :) The cast of characters here in Stanley Park are the best!

Why don't you just admit it? You are quintessential raccoon whisperer! I look forward to your next exciting production.

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Cute little critter! Racoons love water and wash their food! That's why we call it "washing bear" (mosómedve).

They are cute, especially the little cubs :) In french they're called "raton laver" which translated to "washing rat", which is not as nice a washing bear ;)

Thanks for the comment and upvote @kalemandra!