Opossums are found almost everywhere in The Americas. They are reliant on the scraps, that are thrown out by humans, in order to survive. In less urban areas they will be able to burrow in the wild without intruding on your property. However, if you live in an urban area you might at some point have an issue with these critters.



Why is an opossum a pest?
Danbury opossums will enter your property in search of food. As they are omnivores, they will eat anything that is available to them. This usually means food that you have thrown out. They are medium-sized creatures that can fit into tight spaces. This includes your garbage cans. They also knock them over to get to what they want. Apart from the obvious hygiene issues that this poses it will also attract insects to your yard. Once they enter your home they can cause damage while trying to look for a place to nest. They are not aggressive, but their feces carry disease and they can be dangerous to your health.

What will pest control remove?
Pest control will remove insects and some Connecticut rodents from your home. Amongst the things that they will remove are the following:
• Ants
• Fleas
• Termites
• Roaches
• Spiders
• Carpet beetles
• Silverfish
• Bees
• Rats
• Moths

Why won’t they remove Danbury opossums?
Opossums might be considered pests, but they are wild animals. It is illegal to kill or trap wild animals in most states. Therefore, it would be illegal for pest control companies to remove them from your property. They are also prohibited, by law, from killing them.

Who to phone?
In instances where the Connecticut opossum is posing a threat, you can call animal services. Be warned that they very seldom provided assistance. If the opossum is rabid, you might be able to find someone willing to remove it. If it is simply making a nuisance of itself, you will be stuck trying to solve the problem yourself. Some companies are equipped to help you with the removal of wild animals. They will be able to come in with the necessary equipment to ensure that both you and the opossum are left unharmed.

Can I do it myself?
The easiest solution would be to get rid of the Danbury opossum yourself. If you find you are having no success, try finding someone who specializes in the removal of wild animals.

Visit our Danbury animal removal home page to learn more about us.