Fox Den in Septic Mound: Harass, Don't Harm

Red fox den in septic mound side. If not damaging system, tolerate. If concerned, loosely fill entrance daily—fox will relocate.

Assessment

• Septic fields rarely harmed by fox dens.
• Foxes control rodents.
• Kits leave by late summer.

If Must Move

1. Daily: fill entrance with loose soil (not packed).
2. Ammonia rags near entrance (not in hole).
3. Radio playing talk radio near den.
4. Check ICWDM for details.

No trapping/shooting needed.