🦝 Wildlife Removal in Broward County, FL

Broward County's location at the edge of the Everglades ecosystem means the boundary between wildlife habitat and residential areas is never sharply defined. Wildlife conflicts are routine throughout the county — from raccoons denning in attics in Fort Lauderdale to armadillos destroying carefully manicured lawns in Weston, opossums sheltering under deck boards in Miramar, and venomous snakes appearing near canal-front properties throughout Hollywood and Hallandale Beach. South Florida's year-round warm climate means wildlife remains active and reproductive every month — there is no quiet season for wildlife conflicts in Broward County.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) regulates the handling, trapping, and relocation of most wildlife species in Florida through its Nuisance Wildlife Control Operator (NWCO) permit system. Property owners without proper licensing risk fines and create unsafe handling situations when attempting DIY wildlife removal, particularly with venomous snake encounters and aggressive raccoons. FWC regulations also restrict where trapped animals can be released — raccoons must be released within the same county, limiting relocation options. Our licensed technicians hold all required FWC NWCO permits for Broward County operations.

How We Handle Wildlife Removal in Broward County

• Live trapping by FWC-licensed NWCO operators — species-appropriate traps set at entry points and travel routes; daily monitoring; removal and release or disposition in compliance with Florida law
• Snake assessment and removal — species identification is critical — venomous snakes require different handling protocols; our technicians are trained in venomous species identification and safe removal
• Exclusion from decks, sheds, and crawl spaces — one-way devices and physical barriers to prevent wildlife from accessing harborage areas under structures; preferred method when young may be present
• Armadillo control — burrow treatment, harborage elimination, and exclusion barriers around landscaping and foundation plantings; trapping when necessary