Known for their round bodies and hard exterior, armadillos are easy to identify. Their armored bodies are like nature’s tank, providing reinforced plates along their back and sides as a natural shielding to potential threats. Armadillos are simple creatures who enjoy digging and burrowing, and while it might be enjoyable for them, it may cause problems with your foundation and other areas of your property.
The professionals at Critter Control can safely and humanely remove the squirrels and install solutions to prevent future squirrel problems.
Where Do Armadillos Live in Sarasota?
they can often be found in fertile, suburban areas in search of grubs and insects in rich loose soil. However, armadillos can destroy your property in their hunt for food and shelter, and need to be captured and taken to a different location.
Signs of an Armadillo Problem in Sarasota
Armadillos seek areas with soil good for digging because it allows them to build their burrow shelters and find food easily. This is bad for homeowners for several reasons:
- A series of holes in the yard
- Destroy flower/plant beds
- Burrows can compromise structural integrity of sidewalks or foundations of home
- Other dangerous animals, like rattlesnakes, often move into abandoned burrows
Why Are Armadillos Dangerous?
Armadillos are traditionally harmless to humans, but they can still cause unintended damage to your home and property. They love to dig in search of bugs and vegetation, as well as to build their home. If an armadillo is living on your property, you’ll notice holes in your yard as well as feces, which they use to mark their territory.
Unfortunately, as they dig, they can harm your grass and kill your garden. Any power lines that you have underground are at risk as well. When Armadillos burrow, they can weaken the ground below the surface and create sinkholes.
Health Risks from Armadillos
Armadillos are one of the few animals known to carry leprosy. If you come into contact with one of these critters, or their feces or urine, you may be at risk for developing this disease. Leprosy can cause permanent damage to the victim’s eyes, skin, nerves, and limbs. Although leprosy is the most common disease among armadillos, they are also known to carry:
- Rabies
- Tapeworms
- Salmonella
How Critter Control of Sarasota Gets Rid of Armadillos
These creatures are naturally timid and elusive, and like to scurry away and hide from humans. This makes them difficult to catch and remove. In addition, they are not attracted by baits like other animals. So, the most popular method of getting rid of them is trapping and relocation. Because trapping the critters can be complicated, homeowners are often frustrated when they attempt it on their own. But, the professionals at Critter Control® of Sarasota are here to ensure the capture and removal of all those pesky armadillos digging up your yard.
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