What is the best recommended control method for moles?

The best recommended control method for moles is trapping. This approach is effective because moles are typically solitary creatures that create tunnels underground in search of food, primarily earthworms and grubs. Traps are designed to target moles specifically and can quickly reduce their population in a given area. Additionally, trapping allows for the humane removal of moles without the use of chemicals, which may pose risks to other wildlife, pets, and the environment.

Other methods, while potentially useful in some situations, do not provide the same level of effectiveness as trapping. For instance, reducing cover by mowing weeds may influence the habitat and temporarily deter moles, but it does not address existing populations. Anticoagulant baits are less commonly recommended since they can pose risks to non-target species and require more careful handling. Lastly, putting up small mesh fencing may help protect specific areas from moles but does not eliminate them from the surrounding environment or provide a long-term solution to an infestation. Overall, trapping remains the most direct and effective means of controlling mole populations.