Opossum - Raccoon control

       Raccoon and Opossum are mammals.

 Despite mans continued development and encroachment into the habitat of the raccoon, opossum. It seems they have learned to adapt well with man and his environment. Raccoons may look cute and harmless, but actually they can be very destructive. Also they may be infested with fleas, ticks or some of the many diseases like Baylisascari or roundworm, distemper, or rabies. Opossums are not as destructive however, they carry many of the same insects and diseases.

For those reasons you should have professional raccoon - opossum control.

Raccoon - Opossum breeding habits

Raccoons are nocturnal and when it comes to mating they only pair to mate January - March and do not form any serious long term relationships or bonds. Unless something happens to the litter, Females only give birth once a year. Opossum are slow, clumsy and very low on the intelligence level, they are an ancient mammal. Opossums breeding season usually begins in February. The male attracts the female by making a clicking sound with his mouth. they have litters into the summer.

Keeping them away

A good way to prevent raccoons, opossums would be to Never feed them, remove or Keep all food and consumables out of the reach of raccoons, especially pet, livestock food.

Always use strong containers for storing food or other consumables. Keep garbage can lids tightly closed at all times. Raccoons can open trash cans.

Keep trees bushes cut back and off of the building
 

Getting rid of them
 

Once raccoons or opossums have entered your home or business you need to have a professional perform your raccoon, opossum removal service. Ideally before they give birth to their litter. Gulf Coast Pest Control offers live human removal, trapping, control service of raccoons, opossums, that find their way into or under your home. Then all obvious entry points should be sealed off and eliminated from current or future access.

Should you need help with your raccoon removal services. Call us at Gulf Coast Pest Control we can help you take back your property. 

Call 281-342-7378 today or visit our web site
 

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