Disposing of predators (coons)

[EeyoreD]

Is there any reason why it's NOT ok to skin/eat/sell fur from coons trapped?

Seems like a waste to just trap and dispose but I'm wondering if I'm missing something.

 

[ChickNhood]

Is there any reason why it's NOT ok to skin/eat/sell fur from coons trapped?

Seems like a waste to just trap and dispose but I'm wondering if I'm missing something.

Permits...i would definately check to see if any permits are required for trapping/fur trading...here in central illinois all fur traders are required to obtain a permit for trapping/relocation and/or fur trading

 

[EeyoreD]

Permits...i would definately check to see if any permits are required for trapping/fur trading...here in central illinois all fur traders are required to obtain a permit for trapping/relocation and/or fur trading

Ah, thanks. I know in MI you're allowed to trap and shoot on your property to protect your stock (which is what I'm doing). It's more that I think it's wasteful to just dispose.

 

[ChickNhood]

As long as the meat is cooked to min of 160 its safe to eat...as for taste...not sure...never had coon

 

[EeyoreD]

As long as the meat is cooked to min of 160 its safe to eat...as for taste...not sure...never had coon

Ah ok, that's what I wanted to check on. The more I Google it the more it looks like short ribs. So if I braise the crap out of it, in terms of diseases, I'm good to go (I should say the coons I'm trapping are healthy enough to take my birds so it's not like they're sickly).

Thanks

 

[Ted n Ms]

Coons have musk glands under front legs (armpits). Also one in back legs. Separate the muscle on ham and pull out or the meat will have gamey flavor. Also fur in summer is not prime and not much value.

 

[kreagerm]

Is there any reason why it's NOT ok to skin/eat/sell fur from coons trapped?

Seems like a waste to just trap and dispose but I'm wondering if I'm missing something.

Sure you can sell the pelts. I'm sure in most states you'll need a hunting license (trapping should be under these regulations), and you'll want to stick to the correct season timeline as well. As mentioned the fur will be in a more desirable condition during the trapping season.

 

[Mattemma]

Maybe there is a market for those musk glands. Beaver glands by the anus are used for foods(labeled natural flavorings!) and in herbal preperations(has a calming effect).

Someone posted they got $15 per coon for the fur.Mine are covered in ticks,and I read 80% have roundworms.Would be nice to get some money for them.People pay to catch theirs!

I don't know about eating them.Maybe feeding them to the dogs.Maybe.Roundworm thing bugs me.Watched to many Monsters Inside Me episodes.

 

[Flyawayfarmsfowl]

I am in Indiana and we are the same as you as far as trapping to protect livestock, otherwise we have to have a license. I have trapped 10 in the last 8 days. I have been over ran that is for sure. Check into the fur buyers but I think they only want them in the winter when there coats are premium.

 

[chiques chicks]

As a basic rule, if it has fins, fur, or feathers, it is edible (cooked properly). I have never eaten coon, but know people who trapped and have eaten most of the animals they caught on a regular basis after seeking the fur. I'm sure it is decent if properly prepared. My neighbor used raccoon and muskrat as his primary meat source during the winter trapping season. Probably better for you than store bought beef!
parasites can be a problem during summer (actually all year), so use caution cleaning. I suggest wearing rubber gloves. Worms can be especially common.
you can always cook the meat and feed it to the chickens. That would add some irony to the situation!