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Raccoon gives birth inside San Francisco apartment wall, breaks into bedroom

Summary by The Woodlands Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from ABC13 Houston · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

A mother raccoon stayed nearly two months in the wall of SF apartment, giving birth and breaking into tenants' bedroom before falling to her death.

Why this matters in The Woodlands

The presence of coyotes in Galveston's state park, where they are seen running into Gulf waters, may seem unusual, but it also raises questions about the adaptability of wildlife in the greater Houston area. In The Woodlands, a community about 30 miles north of Houston, residents are familiar with the presence of coyotes, but their behavior is generally associated with inland areas. The fact that coyotes in Galveston are venturing into the Gulf waters suggests that these animals are capable of thriving in diverse environments, including those with proximity to large bodies of water. This phenomenon may be worth monitoring in The Woodlands, particularly in areas near Lake Conroe or other waterways, to understand how coyotes interact with these environments and potential implications for local wildlife and residents.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: ABC13 Houston · Reading time: 1 min

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Raccoon gives birth inside San Francisco apartment wall, breaks into bedroom

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