Are Raccoons Dangerous?

Raccoons are wild animals, and their behavior can never be accurately predicted. This means raccoons can indeed be a potential threat for humans and domesticated pets.

Check out this link to learn about the dangers associated with wild raccoons:
Are Wild Raccoons Harmful? http://www.raccoonremovalchicago.com/blog/are-wild-raccoons-harmful/

I wouldn't eat 1, but I've heard of people that have.

Good to use caution around them I guess