It's a weird raccoon, but when did people first notice him and where did they start posting about him?

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[–] 47 points 3 months ago (10 children)

Jimothy's Wikipedia page will tell you everything you need to know.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jimothy_(raccoon)

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  • [–] 6 points 3 months ago (6 children)

    Jimothy lives in Ballard?! Nice!!

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    Lol I can't believe that's a thing.

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  • [–] 14 points 3 months ago

    Jimothy (born c. 2025) is a wild raccoon living in Seattle, Washington, United States. His unusual short, rounded shape, likely the result of a spinal deformity, led to him becoming a viral internet sensation in July 2026.

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  • [–] 10 points 3 months ago

    He's already a 3D print...

    He will be on Joe Rogan next month.

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  • [–] 9 points 3 months ago

    a raccoon with a spinal deformity, that causes a shortened spine, he gained viral attention recently, because of his unusual condition.

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  • [–] 7 points 3 months ago

    A raccoon with a birth defect. Amazing that it's mother took care of it despite the disability. Jimothy is a happy healthy wild animal.

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    He has his own Roku screensaver according to the Wikipedia article.

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  • [–] 4 points 3 months ago

    I was so confused about Jimothy because I follow Dr. Glaucomflecken who regularly has a character called Jimothy. He just made a video about both Jimothy's I love it.

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  • [–] 2 points 3 months ago

    yeah whats funny is I saw it in a pathfinder 2 thing and then it was on the news. no idea where it started or how long its been a thing.

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  • [–] 3 points 3 months ago

    Not much. He's just looking through some trash for the nibs. How bout you?

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