In Native American legends, raccoons are often known as tricksters and mischief-makers. Highly intelligent and resourceful, raccoons are one of the most widespread mammals in North America. They have adapted to live in forests, mountainous areas, coastal marshes and even urban centers. This one was spotted hanging out at John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Photo by Bill Buchanan, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.