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Story summary
- Kiana Hall filmed a short-spined raccoon called “Jimothy” in Seattle on July 14, creating a viral clip.
- The Instagram post drew over 5 million views and thousands of comments by July 17.
- Reddit and Seattle subreddits spread the video, likening its stubby shape to cryptids.
- Marcie Logsdon, professor at Washington State University, said Jimothy was born in 2026, has a spinal deformity, appears spry, and should be left alone and reported to wildlife rehabilitator.
