Unknown Animal Eating New Landscape: Inspect Before Acting

Something eating Arboricola, Agapanthus, Snowbush in Florida—droppings vary (1-2" cylinders, meatball clusters). Conflicting signs suggest multiple culprits (insects + vertebrate).

Investigation First

1. Camera trap (motion-activated) for positive ID.
2. Collect droppings: measure, photograph with scale, note contents.
3. Check ICWDM Inspection Guide for scat ID.
4. Deer: torn branches, tracks. Rabbits: clean 45° cuts. Rats: small pellets.

Don't Guess

Plantskydd or repellents waste money without ID. Camera trap ($50) pays for itself.