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Some kind of animal has dug several small holes in my yard #872892
Asked June 12, 2024, 11:36 PM EDT
Any ideas about what kind of animal has been making golf-ball sized holes(not very deep) in my yard?
Thanks!
El Paso County Colorado
Expert Response
There are several possibilities for this kind of damage in a lawn. Here is a fact sheet that may help you ID the culprit.
https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/natural-resources/burrowing-animals-determining-species-by-burrows-damage-6-521/#:~:text=Managing%20Prairie%20Dogs.-,The%20four%20main%20kinds%20of%20small%20burrowing%20animals%20likely%20to,(see%20distribution%20map%20below
In addition to the animals in the preceding fact sheet skunks can also dig holes looking for grubs and other insects. Here is a link to information about how to determine if it is skunk damage.
Please don't hesitate to reopen this question if you need additional information.
Freddie B.
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