Unfortunately I've had same experience
Live trap is about $60, best bait is peanut butter.
Our state law says coons can't be released, but can be shot if predator to flock.
It took a week of trapping to get rid of family of coons that took my chicks.
Amazing how smart they are and obviously...
Hi from Northern Indiana
I have raised chickens on our small farm for many years, but since we have moved to the South Bend/Mishawaka area, I am trying a new urban setting. We are technically in the "county" with city limits across the street. I have 6 pretty ladies in the backyard and love...