I was surprised to see him on the fence in daylight. Normally the raccoons are seen late at night. This one was smaller than others I have been in the backyard. I captured a quick photo as it sprinted down the fence past me.
Badger Gulch Natural Area Preserve (dnr.wa.gov)Located in a steep, narrow canyon, this 180 acre preserve protects excellent examples of the native grasslands and oak - pine savannas found in south-central Washington, as well as intact riparian vegetation along a seasonal creek. The site is rich in bird fauna, supporting a number of declining species such as the ash-throated flycatcher, Lewis’ woodpecker, and Vaux’s swift. The rocky slopes above the creek also contain populations of beaked cryptantha, a state-listed sensitive plant species.
