The first is removal and reuniting, and the second is trapping.
Pups are then reunited with their mothers who will take them to a new home.
Most urban wildlife have seven to 10 den sites in a two-mile radius," Dowd says.
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“So, these skunks will know of other sites to go to.
Trapping
One of the most commonly used and biggest skunk removal methods is trapping.
But, this should rarely ever be the first method you try.
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Dowd notes that statistics show that trapped skunks that get relocated almost never survive.
Not only this, but trapping and relocating is illegal in some states and counties.
Additionally, some homeowners will take a stab at purchase or rent traps.
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Once skunks have infested your home, removal and reuniting or trapping must take place first.
Avoid using chickenwire, as they can chew through this.
Install Motion Sensor Sprinklers
Sprinklers work in two ways to deter skunks.
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It startles them and it gets them wet.
Don’t feed skunks or their babies.
To get rid of pre-existing skunks, contacting a wildlife control expert is best.
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They will also make a run at return the following mating season.
The best method of defense is animal-proofing your home so it can’t access its former den site.
Skunks are nocturnal creatures, meaning most of their activity happens at night.
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Living With Wildlife: Skunks,Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
