Racoons

Information about Racoons

Information:

- They average 2-3 feet long
- Their average weight is 8-22 pounds
- One litter a year consisting of 3-6 babies
- Birthing months are typically during the spring
- They are nocturnal animals
- They feed on anything they can get their paws on

Nuisance Concern:
- They look for tall structures were they can enter from the top to dwell in
- They usually occupy attics, chimneys and decks
- They will search for food in garbage cans, dumpsters and pet dishes
- They carry a number of parasites and diseases
- They are the number one carrier of rabies

Removal:
- Our recommendation is trapping (most effective) or strobe lights
- Remove from chimney w/ strobe light and then a cap should be installed
- Damage can be repaired after the raccoon is caught

can carry a number of parasites and diseases...

 

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