Vertebrate Pests

Voles

Unlike moles, voles are primarily a winter problem. Working under a cover of snow, these heavyset, grayish-brown rodents can kill or severely injure trees and

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Skunks

Skunks are probably the least popular of our wild animals because of the disagreeable scent the discharge when provoked. Yet, skunks are very beneficial: Stomach

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Raccoons

Raccoons are found throughout the United States. Adults can reach 10 to 30 pounds and have gray fur and a distinctive black mask across their face.

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Rabbits

Rabbits can be a serious pest, particularly during the winter when they eat the bark and branches or ornamental trees and shrubs. When natural controls

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Moles

Moles live most of their life underground and are highly specialized animals for their subterranean way of life. The eastern mole is a small, sturdy

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Geese

Geese readily feed on grass surrounding ponds where they live and, over time, can cause significant turf damage. In addition, grass passes through geese quickly

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Deer

Deer is highly valued wildlife in Missouri; however, they rub and feed on nursery and landscape plants, sometimes causing serious losses. Because deer are a

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Armadillos

Armadillo means “little armored one”. The armadillo found in Missouri is the “nine-banded” species. The nine bands refer to the nine plates of protective armor

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