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

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

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

It didn't even occur to me that he'd have one! Thanks! He's so famous.

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.

Boy, am I really out of the loop. I didn't even know Jimothy existed but since you shared the link, I am blessed to know now.

Jimothy lives in Ballard?! Nice!!

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

This is a shameless plug for !ballard@lemmy.world

Only one image in the whole page

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

Ballard resident here–thanks!

Ballard has its own community is lol but also exciting and I'm not even from Ballard. What a weird name, Ballard. Ballard.

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

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

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.

He's already a 3D print...

He will be on Joe Rogan next month.

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.

You can just do things! I also keep watch over the community for our local soccer club, !ballard_fc@lemmy.world

What you're saying that I can just decide to do things? That's a completely unhinged stance. I don't know if I believe you!!!

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.