👉 Salpingogaster is a genus of birds in the family Passeriformes, which includes the common raccoon and other small mammals found throughout much of North America. These birds are known for their distinctive black-and-white plumage and are primarily nocturnal, living in forests, grasslands, and wetlands. They have a long, slender tail that is used to reach high branches or in search of food. Their diet includes small animals such as rodents and insects, often feeding on them while