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Armadillos
The Nine-Banded Armadillo (Dasypus novemcinctus) is the only armadillo species in Florida and one of the most common nuisance species statewide. Armadillos dig characteristic foraging holes and burrows up to 15 feet long, often under foundations, AC pads, and pool decks — structural damage is the primary concern. Florida is one of the few states where armadillos can naturally carry Mycobacterium leprae, the bacterium that causes leprosy (Hansen's disease); transmission to humans from direct armadillo contact is rare but documented in Florida and Texas. Florida law allows year-round trapping and removal of armadillos on private property. Professional removal combines live-trapping along the active foraging path, habitat modification (irrigation reduction, grub control), and exclusion fencing where structural damage risk is high.
Armadillos leave distinctive signs of their presence: holes scattered across your yard. Large, basketball-sized holes serve as shelters, while smaller, golf ball to tennis ball-sized holes mark their foraging trails. These smaller holes are commonly found in mulched areas, dirt, or sand. If you're noticing these telltale signs, you likely have an armadillo problem.
At Dr. Critter, we frequently address complaints related to armadillos damaging sod, landscaping, and gardens. Our comprehensive armadillo control services include an inspection to identify damage and burrows, humane trapping and removal of the animals, surface filling and capping of burrows, and cleanup of biological attractants. Don't let armadillos disrupt your property. Contact Dr. Critter for expert armadillo removal and control.
