Collectible Wildlife Gifts | Coati, White Nose, (Nasua narica) Very Nice Plastic Animal Toy, Model, 2 1/2 " CWG132 B238

Coatis, also known as  coatimundis    are members of the family  Procyonidae  in the genera  Nasua  and  Nasuella. They are  diurnal  mammals  native to  South America,  Central America, Mexico, and the southwestern United States. The name "coatimundi" comes from the  Tupian languages  of  Brazil, where it means "lone coati" The white-nosed coati is distributed from southeastern  Arizona  and  New Mexico  through  Mexico  and Central America; in  Colombia, it is limited to the far northwestern region near the border with  Panama.  It inhabits wooded areas in  tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests  and in  tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests  at elevations from sea level to 3,000  m (9,800  ft). Coatis from  Cozumel Island  have been treated as a separate species, the  Cozumel Island coati, but the vast majority of recent authorities treat it as a subspecies,  N. narica nelsoni, of the white-nosed coati.  They are smaller than white-nosed coatis from the adjacent mainland  but when compared more widely to white-nosed coatis the difference in size is not as clear.  The level of other differences also support its status as a subspecies rather than separate species. White-nosed coatis have also been found in  Florida, where they were introduced. It is unknown precisely when introduction occurred; an early specimen in the  Florida Museum of Natural History, labeled an "escaped captive", dates to 1928. There are several later documented cases of coatis escaping captivity, and since the 1970s there have been a number of sightings, and several live and dead specimens of various ages have been found. These reports have occurred over a wide area of southern Florida, and there is probable evidence of breeding, indicating that the population is well established. Collectible Wildlife Toys is the market leader in providing high quality, realistic toys of all types! Every one of our items is heavily inspected for quality craftsmanship and authenticity. Our products make great gifts for your family and friends! Additionally, our lifelike animal figurines and plush make for great displays and educational sets. We are happy to serve our wide range of clientele from parents to educators, gift shop owners and many more! Our team works hard to ensure you get a great toy. All products from CWG are checked for quality to ensure you receive the order in perfect condition. From plush sharks to educational animal growths cycle we offer the perfect toy or gift for any occasion.