CDC - Parasites - Features - Springtime for Raccoons: Be aware of <em>Baylisascaris procyonis</em>

Raccoons emerge from their winter dormancy (sleep) and become more active in the spring. They begin scavenging for food and searching for a mate. This means raccoons may be around your home more often in the spring.


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  • SourceUrl: http://www.cdc.gov/parasites/features/baylis_spring.html
  • Syndication ID: 979
  • Language: English
  • Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • Date Syndication Captured: Monday, March 17, 2014 at 07:37 PM
  • Date Syndication Updated: Monday, May 23, 2016 at 11:52 PM

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