Unfortunately, it is cruel but yes, male raccoons will indeed attempt to eat their young and then try and mate with the female. There is nothing much to say than nature plotting its own course. You probably wonder the same for the mother raccoon. No, mother raccoons are very close to their kits and stay throughout the 8 months with them until they are self-sufficient.
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Raccoons typically give birth twice a year. One time in the warmer months between spring and summer and the other time around the colder months. Raccoons typically can have up to 6 babies. Around these times you will see an increase of raccoon activity in your area and will see break-ins in your sheds and attics to make their nest and to give birth to their raccoon babies. Even though the raccoon babies seem harmless they can do more damage than most people might think.
Raccoon babies are highly dependent on their mother for everything in the first three months. Raccoon babies can cause damage in the attic in the form of leaving behind or urinating in the constricted space. Raccoon activity can be noticed by paying attention to pitter-patter and to raccoon babies sealing. Do not approach the mother raccoon yourself because it can be highly defensive and can go on the attack if the raccoon mother perceives you as a threat.
If you notice raccoon activity or the previously mentioned signs, you must take action right away by calling a licensed professional raccoon control technician who is trained to safely remove and handle the raccoons and the raccoon babies with care. Professionals are experienced to deal with any type of wildlife animals that often infiltrate human habitat. Raccoon mothers will usually nest their young deep into the structure which makes it challenging for DIYers to take action themselves. If young are found, they will be carefully removed by hand and will be joined with their mother
Raccoons by themselves can be very destructive and harmful to human health simply by the fact that they have latrines present in the same space. A latrine is simply a raccoon toilet used to deposit raccoon droppings and urine. In nature, the latrine and the raccoon den are quite separated, but in an enclosed space like the attic, this becomes quite a challenge. Simply put, the attic becomes a cesspool for all kinds of bacteria and can make inhabitants sick. After the successful removal of raccoons, disinfection is needed to ensure a healthy living space for all people to enjoy.
If you notice raccoon activity taking place on your property, contact the professionals from Raccoon Control for professional and quick raccoon removal services using government-approved methods. To find out more, contact our customer support specialists and receive a free over-the-phone consultation!