"Who needs to fly to Africa or visit a safari park, when there is so much wildlife on our doorsteps? This book examines raccoons and discusses where city raccoons live, what they eat, what dangers they face, and why they like living so close to people. Special "spotter's clues" symbols highlighting key raccoon behaviors and features are used throughout the book to enable readers to go on their own "city safari" once they have finished reading the book."

Who has been caught stealing bird food? -- Why do raccoons live in towns and cities? -- What makes raccoons good at living in towns and cities? -- Where do raccoons hide? -- What do raccoons eat? -- Why do raccoons like living near people? -- What dangers do raccoons face in towns and cities? -- Do raccoons always live alone? -- How do baby raccoons learn to live in towns and cities? -- Raccoon spotter's guide.