Tanooki

The Tanooki are a race of large, plump, creatures resembling raccoons. They are found in and around Isle Delfino. Two of them are known for running the Blue Coin shop, in Super Mario Sunshine. Also, in Super Mario Bros. 3 Mario and Luigi can obtain a Tanooki Suit. While wearing it, the player can temporarily fly, (in the same manner as Raccoon Mario), and also turn themselves into statues.