Dangers
Disease transmission
- Armadillos can carry leprosy, rabies, tularemia, and Chagas disease.
- Armadillos can transmit these diseases through bites, scratches, or contact with open wounds or mucous membranes.
- Most cases of rabies and leprosy linked to armadillos are caused by human contact with the animals, such as handling or eating them.
Other risks
- While armadillos are generally cautious around people, household pets like cats, dogs, and rabbits might engage with them.
- When threatened, armadillos can bite and claw.
Safely Removing Armadillos
Armadillos can pose a significant threat to both residential and agricultural properties. Their burrowing habits can damage foundations, landscaping, and even disrupt the structural integrity of buildings. Removing armadillos from a property can help prevent these costly damages and protect the investment homeowners have made in their homes and land.
In addition to physical property damage, armadillos can also carry diseases that are transmittable to humans, pets, and livestock. Diseases like leprosy, Chagas disease, and parasitic infections have all been linked to armadillos. Removing these animals helps reduce the risk of disease transmission and safeguards the health and wellbeing of a property’s residents.
Armadillos are known to be prolific diggers, creating extensive tunnel systems that can undermine the stability of the ground. This can lead to sinkholes, uneven terrain, and other hazardous conditions. Removing armadillos and filling in their burrows helps restore the integrity of the land and prevent future safety issues for those occupying the property.
