Getting rid of gophers can be challenging due to their burrowing habits and persistence. Here are several methods you can try to manage and eliminate gophers from your property:

1. Trapping

• Gopher Traps: Use gopher traps specifically designed to catch and kill gophers. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for placement and use.
• Set Multiple Traps: Place traps in active gopher tunnels. Cover the traps with a bucket or box to prevent sunlight from entering the tunnel and to increase the chances of catching a gopher.

2. Repellents

• Castor Oil Repellents: Apply castor oil-based repellents to the soil. These products create an unpleasant taste and odor that deter gophers from tunneling in treated areas.
• Ultrasonic Repellers: Install ultrasonic repellent devices that emit sound waves that are irritating to gophers. These devices can help deter gophers from nesting in your yard.

3. Exclusion

• Gopher Fencing: Install underground barriers or fencing made of hardware cloth or wire mesh around gardens or areas prone to gopher activity. Bury the fencing at least 2 feet deep to prevent gophers from burrowing underneath.

4. Natural Predators

• Encourage Predators: Encourage natural predators of gophers, such as owls, hawks, snakes, and domestic cats, to frequent your property. Providing habitat or nesting sites for these predators can help reduce gopher populations naturally.

5. Flooding

• Watering Techniques: Flood gopher tunnels by saturating the soil with water using a garden hose. This method can help flush out gophers and disrupt their burrowing activity.

6. Professional Help

• Pest Control Services: If gopher infestations are severe or persistent, consider contacting a professional pest control service that specializes in rodent control. They can provide effective treatments and advice tailored to your specific situation.

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