Raccoons typically have litters ranging from 2 to 7 babies, called kits. Most sources agree that the average litter size is about 3 to 5 kits, with some variation depending on the region and individual raccoon. For example:
- Massachusetts data states raccoons have 3–7 cubs per litter, averaging 4
- Other sources mention litters of 2 to 5 kits
, or 2 to 6 babies
- Some indicate an average litter size of 4 to 6
- Litter sizes can be 1 to 8 but typically 3 to 5 kits
- Usually, raccoons have one litter per year, mostly born in spring (April or May)
In summary, a female raccoon usually has one litter annually with about 3 to 5 babies, though the range can be from 2 up to 7 or occasionally more
