Wildlife Enthusiast Captures Raccoon’s Impressive Handstand in Front Garden
Witness the fascinating moment when a raccoon surprises onlookers by completing a handstand and gracefully walking on its front paws after quenching its thirst in a wildlife enthusiast’s front garden.
Camera Trap Sue’s Remarkable Encounter
Known as Camera Trap Sue, the animal lover expressed her astonishment and joy at observing the raccoon’s acrobatic feat on a Monday night. She has been diligently setting up a fresh bowl of water and cameras in her Colorado, USA front garden for the past 16 years to document the diverse wildlife that frequents the area.
The Viral Video
The video capturing the raccoon’s handstand, shared on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), has garnered 1.3 million views and over 29,000 likes as of Tuesday. This rare behavior of the raccoon has left viewers in awe.
A Rare Sight
Camera Trap Sue, reflecting on her extensive experience with camera trapping, mentioned that this was only the second time in over 15 years that she has captured such behavior on camera. She emphasized the significance of her long-term project in documenting wildlife visits.
Passion for Wildlife Documentation
Camera Trap Sue’s dedication to capturing intimate moments of local wildlife, including bobcats, bears, grey foxes, skunks, and raccoons, in her front garden stems from her deep passion for wildlife conservation. She highlighted the importance of observing animals without causing them distress, allowing for natural behavior to be documented.