A question of Armadillos

[Texas Slim]

I've had a number of them in my yard over the years and am always amazed at the amount of damage they can inflict in a short period of time. I've tried pesticides (for grubs), chili pepper, trapping and just about anything else that was suggested with varied results. When I've finally had enough trying to remove them or move them along, I turn to my bow. Very effective and doesn't spook the neighbors. Of course, I've always had a hunting license so that was never an issue.

Good luck, talk about pests. The only good armadillo is stuffed, on his back and sucking out of a Lone Star Beer bottle.

[mr surveyor]

I've had a number of them in my yard over the years and am always amazed at the amount of damage they can inflict in a short period of time. I've tried pesticides (for grubs), chili pepper, trapping and just about anything else that was suggested with varied results. When I've finally had enough trying to remove them or move them along, I turn to my bow. Very effective and doesn't spook the neighbors. Of course, I've always had a hunting license so that was never an issue.

Good luck, talk about pests. The only good armadillo is stuffed, on his back and sucking out of a Lone Star Beer bottle.

You mean like this?





surv

[speedsix]

...don't drink after him without wiping the rim REAL GOOD...

[CCreyeder]

As a kid, out in the pastures, we used to chase them and try to grab them by the tail.. fast little suckers they are lol

That said, a suppressed 22 should do the trick nicely lol

[Kythas]

Is it true dildos carry leprosy? Can anybody confirm that?

Yes, they do. http://www.straightdope.com/columns/rea ... ry-leprosy

Hmmmm, that's interesting - not going near one of those, then - thanks

Yes, but leprosy is a very curable disease today.

[speedsix]

...so is syphilis...I'll pass on both of 'em...now where's the good news???

[3dfxMM]

I initially read that as you will be passing both of them on. I'm glad I re-read it. :)

[speedsix]

what a legacy that'd be!!!

[Blindref757]

From my game warden friend...ok to shoot without a license on private property but illegal to posess. He also said don't brag about it on Facebook!

[speedsix]

...that would be because it's illegal...according to the law and HQ Austin...

[mr surveyor]

From my game warden friend...ok to shoot without a license on private property but illegal to posess.

That sounds like what I was saying above. Nuisance animals can be dispatched by the land owner, as long as they are not used for gain, i.e. "possessed". I think the rules (either written or locally interpreted) between game species and non-game species are a bit different on whether or not the game warden should be contacted after the kill. Ask the local game warden if you don't feel confident.

[der Teufel]

I go with the Game Warden's answer on this one, I feel the local warden is going to be much more knowledgeable than the average phone-answerer at TPWD. My understanding is that you can depredate just about anything other than a whooping crane if it's truly causing you a problem. For the safest policy, contact the Game Warden in your county. He's the person who would eventually respond to any complaints. My limited experience is that the Game Wardens are really normal people, and if you're not a jerk neither are they.

We used to run them down in pastures when I was a teenager (1960's). I think it was some time in the late 60's or early 70's that the leprosy connection was discovered. As I recall, it was determined that leprosy did not kill armadillos, therefore they could carry it. Since leprosy is often found in soil, rooting animals like armadillos can easily come into contact with it.

A .22 is more than enough firepower to take down an armadillo. A .177 pellet pistol might be a little too light unless you get close enough for a good head shot.

[Ameer]

...so is syphilis...I'll pass on both of 'em...now where's the good news???

Somebody got syphilis from an armadillo?

[The Annoyed Man]

What constitutes "possess?" I understand that you can't keep 'em, stuff 'em, sell 'em.....but if you bury the carcass on your land, are you in "possession?" What is the proper means of disposal that will ensure that you can't be charged with possession?" (No marijuana jokes, please.... )

Also, barring the "exposure to disease" angle, what is the rationale for forbidding possession?

[Ameer]

Also, barring the "exposure to disease" angle, what is the rationale for forbidding possession?

It's to prevent people from using depredation as a defense for not getting a hunting license or for poaching out of season. If you want the body, you need to buy a hunting license and follow hunting laws.