Raccoons are omnivorous, eating both plants and animals. In urban settings, in addition to feeding on backyard fruits, nuts, and vegetables, they scavenge from garbage cans, compost piles, and pet food left outside overnight. Damage to gardens may be relatively minor compared to the potential damage a raccoon can do to a house.
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