All Billings creatures are essential on keeping the balance of our ecosystem. However, there are also instances when the wildlife creatures will invade the urban community and pose a threat to our livestock and pets. Coyotes are often a source of concern especially if they invaded our property. They can rummage our trashcan that can leave a considerable mess. In case you plan to bring an end to your problem, trapping them would seem to be the best solution.

Step-by-Step Guide on Trapping the Coyote

Before you set-up the trap, preparation is highly essential to increase the probability of capturing them. You should first ask yourself if you want to use lethal or non-lethal method. They are strong animals and you want something that will be powerful and durable enough to restrict their movement.

1. Choosing the Right Trap

Some Billings people will try to use a coil-spring trap but setting them up can be an issue for those who lack the experience. If you want a trap that will not hurt the leg of the coyote, look for a trap that comes with a center swivel. Their base plate should have reinforcement. Cage traps might not be effective due to the sly and clever nature of the coyote. You will be able to find a variety of traps at your local store. There are also some people who are adept in modifying those traps.

2. Determine the Right Coyote

There is a possibility that there is a family of Montana coyotes living in your area. You may end up capturing the coyote that is not causing any trouble to your property. The coyotes that are attacking the livestock are usually male coyote that are about 3-5 years of age. The dominant ones are generally the attacker. Some people think that the coyotes that cause damages are the female coyotes but that is not necessarily the case.

3. Upon Capturing them, Identify the Key Facts about the Coyote

By looking at the gender and the age of the Montana coyote, you will be able to identify if you managed to capture the culprit. You can determine these facts by looking at the teeth of the creature. If their incisor is rounded, then they are most possibly young. Make sure to let the wildlife experts do this since this can be dangerous. 

4. Set the Trap

You need to set the tap in the area where you often see the Montana coyote. They will usually return to the same area making it easier to capture them. You should also look for some signs of their presence such as their tracks. There should also be dropping in the area. 

Finally, you can also add bait to draw the attention of the Billings coyote. If you think using meat bait may be messy, there are bait pastes that can be availed in the market. Finally, the coyote should be removed from the trap. Again, hiring the experts would be more appropriate. They have the experience and tools to keep them safe.