* Less Food: Squirrels are a major food source for raccoons. They're easy to catch, especially when they're storing nuts for winter. Less squirrels means less easy access to those tasty nuts, seeds, and other goodies.
* More Competition: With less squirrels around, I'd have to compete more with other raccoons (and maybe even other animals like opossums) for the remaining food sources. That means more fights and less food for everyone.
* Increased Risk: I might need to venture further out of my territory to find food, putting me at greater risk from cars, predators, and humans.
* Harder Winter: Winter is already tough for raccoons, and a lack of squirrels would make it even tougher. I'd have to find other ways to survive the cold and scarcity of food.
To sum it up, a decrease in the squirrel population would be a serious setback for a raccoon like me. It would mean less food, more competition, and a harder time surviving.