Skunk Control Services

Defensive Spraying

When a skunk feels threatened, they adopt a protective stance, and sometimes even attack the imminent threat. Their way of attacking is by spraying an oily substance containing sulfur, which is generated by a gland located at the end of their tail. These sprays can be painful most of the time and might instigate temporary blindness. The skunk's spray can reach approximately 20 feet to harm a dangerous element. It must also be noted that skunks can harm both humans and animals in the same way.

Disease Transmission

Most of the rodents are not harmful, but skunks pose a serious threat to health. Skunks are proven to carry and spread rabies. Rabies is a disease caused by the scratches or bites of a dangerous animal. It is a viral disease that can lead to fever, a sensation at the affected area, inflammation of the brain, and usually death. It is so lethal that death results in almost every untreated case. Skunks are recorded as the second highest wild animal to be responsible for the spreading of rabies among the masses.

Property Damage Caused by Skunks

Skunks can cause significant property damage that goes beyond their notorious odor:

Damage to Gardens

To find a shelter or safe place to hibernate, skunks are believed to dig up the lawns. They build themselves a deep hole to stay or sometimes do it just to look for insect larvae. So, if you are someone with a knack for gardening or are just proud of your well-maintained lawns, you wouldn't want your hard work and efforts to go to waste at the hands of a rodent. Hence, quick action against skunks becomes essential.

Raid Fruits and Crops

Like we have said, unguarded or unprotected lawns and gardens are at the disposal of skunks. Most of them are raided by these wild animals in search of food. Your crops, fruits, vegetables, or any other food source is surely going to attract them and is going to become their lavish meal.

Damage to Beehives

Bees are an integral part of our ecosystem and for a plant's growth. They are known to protect their homes, known as hives, fiercely. Skunks feed on bees and might attack their hives in order to obtain food. This might add up to the already increasing problem of being able to save bees. A lot of problems might arise globally if these endangered species go extinct.

Important Warning About Skunk Control

Never attempt to handle a skunk on your own. Skunks can be dangerous when cornered or threatened, and their spray is extremely difficult to remove from clothing, skin, and buildings. Additionally, because skunks can carry rabies and other diseases, approaching or handling them without proper training and equipment can pose serious health risks. Instead, contact professional wildlife control services like Bug Busters to safely and humanely remove skunks from your property.