For many areas, the Kissimmee opossum is a common fauna creature. Opossums can be a problem for people since they can be potential hazards for small children and pets. People who do not want to call for professional help or damage to these creatures can trap and eliminate opossums using simple methods. These methods can be applied over and over if the opossum problem is caused by several creatures. Learn the steps and be prepared in case you are facing this problem. Opossums are nocturnal mammals that usually reach the size of cats and are often found in gardens. They eat a wide variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, leftovers, and rodents. They can be a nuisance, sometimes they nest in an attic or basement. A recurring problem with opossums may require capturing or killing them.



Best bait to trap a Florida opossum:
Opossums often look for food in the trash. And they usually come to trash at night in search of the leftover food. It is the best bait to set a trap near the garden or trash to catch it. You can also place canned cat food in the traps. Opossums are usually attracted to this food and it can be the best bait to catch them.

Following steps to catch a Kissimmee opossum is one of the best ways:
• Buy a trap from the market or from an online store and place it in your yard in an area you already know the opossum visits.
• Cover the entrance of the trap with dirt or leaves so that the opossum does not feel the trap standing when it enters.
• Open a can of cat food and place it on the back of the cage.
• Check the trap daily to see if the Florida opossum has been caught. To have the opossum removed, contact the animal control service and remove the opossum from the cage.
• Put on a pair of thick leather gloves, as well as a shirt or jacket with long sleeves for protection.
• The opossum's approach and waving a hand in his face to distract him. Grab her tail with the free hand while you are distracting her.
• Lift the opossum by its tail and keep it out as far away from your body as possible. Place it in a large box and get in touch with animal control or transport it to a remote place to release it.
• Remove garbage or food that may be sitting around your area to prevent Kissimmee opossums from reappearing.

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