Trap Placement Strategy

Best Armadillo Traps

FAT-RAY Scented Armadillo Traps (Orangeburg, SC)

These traps are handmade in South Carolina and are widely recognized for their durability and exceptional catch success.

  • Scented from live armadillos, so no bait is required.
  • Built with marine-grade waterproof plywood doors and stainless-steel hardware for long-lasting outdoor durability.
  • Many customers report catching an armadillo within the first week of proper placement.
  • Highly rated by customers for quality and effectiveness.

The Proven Placement Strategy

One of the most effective methods for successful armadillo trapping often within 24-72 hours. 

Find the Armadillo's Travel Path

Find the Armadillo's Travel Path

Armadillos naturally prefer traveling between objects. Guide them into the trap by creating a "V" or ""U"-shaped funnel using:

  • 2×6 boards
  • Landscape timbers
  • Plywood scraps
  • Bricks
  • Fallen branches
  • Fence lines
  • House foundations

Create a funnel that gradually narrows toward the trap entrance. You can also place the trap between the burrow and the feeding area to intercept their regular travel route.

Place the Trap Directly in the Path

Place the Trap Directly in the Path

  • Don't place the trap near the path.
  • Don't place it close to the path.
  • Position it directly in the travel route so the armadillo naturally encounters the trap opening.
  • Armadillos rely heavily on instinct and tend to follow tunnel-like pathways.
Use Natural Funneling
(The Secret Weapon)

Use Natural Funneling (The Secret Weapon)

Armadillos naturally prefer traveling between objects. Guide them into the trap by creating a "V" or ""U"-shaped funnel using:

  • 2×4 boards
  • Landscape timbers
  • Plywood scraps
  • Bricks
  • Fallen branches
  • Fence lines
  • House foundations

Create a funnel that gradually narrows toward the trap entrance. You can also place the trap between the burrow and the feeding area to intercept their regular travel route.

Do NOT Use Bait

Do NOT Use Bait

With scented traps, bait is generally unnecessary. Armadillos respond more effectively to scent cues and natural travel patterns than traditional bait.

Stabilize the Trap

Stabilize the Trap

Armadillos push and move with surprising force. Make sure the trap is

  • Sits flat on the ground
  • Doesn't wobble
  • Has loose soil lightly packed around the base to minimize gaps

The more natural and tunnel-like the setup feels, the better.

Set Two Traps for Maximum Success

Set Two Traps for Maximum Success

For the fastest results:

  • Place one trap on each side of an active travel route
  • Or place one near the burrow and another near the feeding area

Using two traps can significantly improve your chances of a successful capture.

Turn Every Trail Into a Capture

This method is commonly used by wildlife professionals throughout the Southeast because it aligns with how armadillos naturally travel and forage.

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The Most Reliable Setup (Quick Summary)

For over 5 years, we at Fat-Ray Armadillo Traps have been building premium scented armadillo traps in South Carolina, with a focus on quality craftsmanship, durability, and performance.

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Identify the travel path

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Place the trap directly in the path

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Create funnels using boards or natural barriers

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Position near burrows or feeding areas

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No bait required

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Stabilize the trap

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Use two traps when possible

This placement strategy is widely used by wildlife control professionals throughout the Southeast and consistently produces excellent results when combined with a quality scented trap.

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