Skunks in Alexandria, Virginia

Skunks are a common under-deck and shed-area wildlife issue in Alexandria, Virginia, especially in neighborhoods with crawlspace foundations, open decking, and garden landscaping.

Many Alexandria properties include deck skirting gaps, shed foundations, and porch cavities that skunks may use as denning areas.

Grub populations, fallen fruit, and pet food left outdoors can also attract skunks to residential yards.

Seasonal Skunk Activity in Alexandria

Spring skunk activity often involves denning under decks and porches for raising young.

Late summer and fall skunk movement may increase as animals forage for insects and fallen fruit.

Signs of Skunk Activity

Common signs of skunk presence in Alexandria yards may include shallow cone-shaped digging in lawns, burrow openings under deck edges, and strong musky odors.

Deck lattice gaps, shed edges, and foundation seams are frequent skunk den entry locations.

Related Alexandria Wildlife Topics

• Raccoons in crawlspaces and chimneys
• Rodents in garages and walls
• Snakes in basements and garages

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