Procyon lotor pallidus is the scientific name for the rare albino raccoon. The term "procyon" refers to the species of raccoon, while "lotor" designates it as a washing or rubbing animal. "Pallidus" describes the creature's light or pale coloration, which is a distinguishing feature of albino animals. In general, synonyms for procyon lotor pallidus may include words like "albino raccoon," "white raccoon," or "pale raccoon." Other scientific names for the raccoon species include Procyon cancrivorus, which means "crab-eating raccoon," and Procyon pygmaeus, which designates a smaller species of raccoon.