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Impressive Raccoon Orders Donut From Florida Drive-Through

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Image by Sam Guptill via Youtube

On May 7, TikTok user Samantha Jane Guptill shared a video of a raccoon at a Dunkin’ drive-thru in Florida. The clip went viral quickly.

Patiently Waiting

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The raccoon waited at the window, showing remarkable patience. Guptill and another person watched in amusement, giggling and filming the unexpected scene.

A Surprising Encounter

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“What in the world?” Guptill exclaimed. She wondered if the raccoon would get a doughnut. The Dunkin’ worker moved around inside.

The Doughnut Delivery

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Finally, the worker handed a vanilla-frosted doughnut to the raccoon. The raccoon received it with dexterous fingers, placing it in its mouth.

A Polite Raccoon

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The raccoon’s polite behavior was surprising. It took the doughnut gently, showing manners not expected from a wild animal in such a situation.

Social Media Reactions

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Guptill’s video amassed over 21 million views and 4 million likes. Comments on TikTok and Facebook expressed joy and amusement at the raccoon’s antics.

Unexpected Regular

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Many commenters believed this wasn’t the raccoon’s first visit. Raccoons can remember tasks for years, suggesting the raccoon might return often.

Other Raccoon Adventures

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This isn’t the first raccoon making headlines. In 2019, one broke into a vending machine. In 2020, a pair tried to enter a bank.

Commercial Potential

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Viewers suggested Dunkin’ use the raccoon video for a commercial. The raccoon’s behavior was endearing, making it a perfect mascot for the brand.

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What Do Raccoons Eat?

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Raccoons are omnivores. They eat fruits, nuts, insects, small animals, and even human leftovers. Their diet is varied and adaptable to different environments.

Conclusion

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This polite raccoon’s drive-thru visit brought joy to many. Its unexpected manners and the viral video remind us of the surprising behaviors in nature.

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