table of contents
- The racoon
- detect presence
- chili and pepper
- Chase away the raccoon with chili and pepper
- frequently asked Questions
The raccoon is undesirable in the garden. It looks cute, but it is considered a disease carrier and can cause enormous damage. We show how to drive away raccoons with chili or cayenne pepper.
In a nutshell
- Raccoons can transmit diseases
- cause massive damage to buildings
- only animal-friendly defense methods allowed
- wide spread due to lack of natural enemies
- Home remedies and preventive measures help
The racoon
The raccoon (Procyon lotor) originally comes from North and Central America. The medium-sized mammal only arrived in the 20th century. Century to Europe, where it has since spread massively. He feels at home in deciduous and mixed forests near water. The animals are encroaching more and more into populated areas. Not only do they use vacant houses as shelter, they even settle in basements and attics of inhabited buildings.
- Size: 40 to 70 centimeters
- Weight: 3.5 to 9 kilograms
- Colour: black and white face mask, otherwise grey-brown fur
- nourishment: Omnivore, eats plant food, as well as soft and vertebrate animals
- Life expectancy: two to three years
- Behavior: nocturnal
Notice: About 500,000 raccoons live in Germany.
detect presence
The raccoon is nocturnal. Garden owners often discover damage and legacies before they meet the animal. Clear signs of unwanted visitors are:
- rummaged compost heaps
- Lack of fruit on trees and shrubs
- rumpled beds and lawns
- torn garbage bags, open or overturned garbage cans
- Dirt and damage to garden furniture
- fallen flower pots
- fecal and footprints
Tip: A scattered track of sand helps to clearly identify the footprint of the Procyon lotor.
chili and pepper
Fragrances from various plants are used in a targeted manner to combat pests. The reason for the deterrent effect is the extremely sensitive olfactory organ of the animals. They perceive scents much more intensely than humans. Chili and pepper combined with sensible preventive measures can drive raccoons out of the garden.
Chili (Capsicum annuum) belongs to the paprika family. The capsaicin contained in the hot fruit is effective against various types of pests. Cayenne pepper is made from ground chili peppers. Black, green or white pepper is obtained from the fruit of the pepper plant (Piper nigrum).
Chase away the raccoon with chili and pepper
Follow this simple step-by-step guide to get rid of the raccoon using chili and cayenne pepper.
- Watch the animal visitors in the garden. Check which routes he takes and where he likes to hang out.
- Cover compost heaps securely. Lock the garbage cans.
- Chop up a handful of chili peppers. Boil it briefly and let the mixture steep overnight. Add a tablespoon of pepper.
- Spray the chili pepper water along the raccoon's favorite paths in the late afternoon.
- Repeat the procedure for several days.
- Observe if the scents are enough to repel the bear. Possibly. prolong use or increase dose.
Notice: Affected garden owners quickly expressed the desire for intensive hunting of the raccoon. However, the adaptable species is able to quickly make up for losses through a higher reproductive rate. The prudent behavior of people is the decisive basis for peaceful coexistence.
frequently asked Questions
Secure your property against uninvited animal guests with fences. Close garbage cans and bio-bins with ratchet straps. Do not leave Yellow Bags or Garbage Bags loose on property. Place strongly scented plants such as lavender, garlic and rosemary in your garden. Raccoons and other pests do not like these smells. Clean patio furniture with vinegar cleaner.
Killing or injuring wild animals is prohibited. Try to put an end to the unwanted visitor with noise. Clap your hands. You can throw pine cones at the bear, he doesn't like that. If the tips and home remedies aren't enough to drive the animals off the property, enlist the help of a professional pest controller.
The toes of the Procyon lotor are very long and often splayed. They are connected by the sole-like ball of the thumb and act like fingers.
Both chili powder and cayenne pepper are on the spice shelf in retail. Cayenne pepper consists of finely ground chili peppers. Chili powder, on the other hand, consists of a mixture of different hot spices.
