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Meet 'Jimothy': The Viral Raccoon Captivating Online Audiences

A raccoon in Seattle, nicknamed 'Jimothy,' is gaining a cult following due to its unusual appearance, resembling a cryptid. Speculation about its condition suggests it may have a congenital spine shortening disease.

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AtlantaCharlotteNew YorkDC / Maryland / VirginiaHampton RoadsColumbia, SC

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