Here's all you need to know about the missing raccoons on the Isle of Wight.
The County Press spoke to Rachel, head keeper at Amazon World to find out more about the raccoons that escaped their enclosure overnight last night (Thursday October 31).
How long have the raccoons been at Amazon World?
The raccoons were taken on by Amazon World three weeks ago, with five females moving into an enclosure at the zoo park.
How many raccoons escaped the enclosure?
Four of the raccoons escaped the enclosure overnight, with one of the raccoons remaining in the enclosure.
Rachel said to the County Press that the animals had settled in really well.
What can I do to help?
The raccoons are expected to be most active tonight (Friday October 31) after 4pm.
The zoo park has deployed tracker dogs and drones in a bid to the raccoons.
Raccoons are scavengers, and members of the public have been urged to check bonfire piles and sheds as they are likely environments for the raccoons to be in.
What's the next stage?
Rachel said: "All the staff are searching, and we've had a lot of people respond saying that they'll check their areas.
"We have all the equipment to catch the raccoons, it's just about having as many eyes as possible."
Anyone who has information about the raccoons can contact Amazon World on 01983867122, message their Facebook page or email amazonworld@rocketmail.com.
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