What's with the coon population?

[Country4ever]

Is it just me, or does it seem like the raccoon population is exploding?
I wish the coons would just explode!!
We're in the middle of woods, and letting even more stuff grow up.....which probably is counter-intuitive, if we don't want more coons.
Are they getting smarter? Are their predators being killed off?
What gives? I'm developing a real aversion to them.

 

[flopshot]

they're intelligent and versatile. expanding residential construction does not seem to scare them off and they just adapt to the new surroundings.
the best thing to do is be proactive with your coop construction, make sure trash cans and compost bins are secure and eliminate any water supply like ground level bird baths. natural predators include cougars, bobcats, coyotes, foxes, wolves, great horned owls, and fishers. not much of an advantage to having any of those hanging around either.

 

[Wolf-Kim]

It is the time of year. Mother coons are more active as they seek food to feed their brood. There may not be more individuals but the individuals themselves are becoming more active or noticeable.

If you are having a problem with coons, look into some traps yourself, or invite the local coon hunting club to come over and make some new friends.

-Kim

 

[toredano]

We got 2 the other night.. not even 1 hour apart. It seems we have more this year than last around here. This year our coon total is 4 so far. I am tired of digging holes.

And a feral cat that has been spraying around my garage.Its stinks so bad it made me gag.
He had a badly broken leg from something( i guess fighting ), wasnt fixed and skinny as a rail.
Wish people would at least fix they pets before they dump em or let them go outside.

But yes.. seems the coon population is up this year. Least around here.

 

[jhm47]

The coon population has been increasing for several years. They and coyotes are very adaptable, and can easily live in suburbs, cities and rural areas. The fact that fur is getting a bad name from animal rights supporters is one contributing factor, and also the worldwide economic slowdown is hurting the fur trade. Rabies has increased right along with the coon/skunk population.

 

[Over Easy in Adna]

You might just live in an area that looks good to people who relocate.