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How to Assemble & Setup Your Trap
(Scented) Armadillo Trap Placement
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Watch The Trap In Action!
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How to Get Rid of Armadillos in Your Yard
Most people struggle for weeks trying to catch armadillos with the wrong methods. Our wooden trap is proven by Mississippi State University to catch 7x more armadillos than standard wire traps. Here's exactly how it works.
Why Armadillos Are So Hard to Catch
Understanding armadillo behavior is the key to getting rid of them for good
They're Nocturnal
Armadillos do most of their damage at night while you're asleep. By morning, you just see the destruction they left behind.
Incredible Sense of Smell
Poor eyesight but an extraordinary nose. They detect food underground and can smell unfamiliar objects—like metal traps—from feet away.
Won't Take Traditional Bait
Forget peanut butter or fruit. Armadillos eat grubs and insects. Most bait recommendations online simply don't work.
Avoid Wire Traps
Metal cage traps smell wrong and feel wrong. Armadillos often walk right past them—or you catch raccoons, possums, and cats instead.
How to Catch an Armadillo: Step by Step
Follow these steps and watch our tutorial videos for the best results
Find Active Areas
Look for fresh holes, disturbed soil, and uprooted plants. Armadillos return to the same spots night after night.
Position Your Trap
Place along their travel path, fence line, or directly in front of a burrow entrance. Use boards or barriers to guide them in.
Set the Trigger
Our trap takes less than 5 minutes to set up. No tools needed. The pre-scented interior draws them straight in.
Check Every Morning
Armadillos are most active between midnight and dawn. Check your trap first thing each morning.
Where to Place Your Armadillo Trap
Proper placement is everything. Armadillos are creatures of habit—they follow the same paths every night. Put the trap in their way, and they'll walk right in.
- Directly in front of an active burrow entrance
- Along fence lines where they travel
- At the edge of gardens or flower beds
- Near fresh digging or holes in your lawn
- Use wooden boards as "wings" to funnel them in
How to Keep Armadillos Out of Your Yard for Good
Catching the armadillo is step one. Here's how to make sure they don't come back and keep destroying your lawn.
Relocate Far Away
Release the armadillo at least 5 miles from your property. They have strong homing instincts.
Fill Old Burrows
Pack abandoned burrows with dirt and gravel. This removes the invitation for new armadillos.
Keep Your Trap Ready
If new armadillos move into the area, you can catch them quickly before damage starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about how to get rid of armadillos
How long does it take to catch an armadillo?
Most customers catch their armadillo within 1-7 days when the trap is properly placed. Some catch one the very first night.
What time of day are armadillos most active?
Armadillos are nocturnal and most active between midnight and dawn. Set your trap in the evening and check it every morning.
Do I need to add bait to the trap?
Not with our scented trap. It's pre-scented with pheromones that mimic their natural food source. No messy bait to buy or replace.
What do I do after I catch the armadillo?
This is a humane live trap. Simply transport the trap to a wooded area at least 5 miles away, open the door, and let the armadillo walk out.
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