The lethal control of wildlife through the use of toxic chemicals is often controversial due to the death of non-target species and alternatives such as the deployment of natural compounds to deter pest species rather than toxic chemicals are receiving more attention. Odours may be used in control...
the spray is emitted as an atomized cloud that the pursuer must run through. This usually is enough to deter most predators. When the skunk has a target to focus on, the spray is emitted as a stream directed at the predator’s face. Although accurate to about two metres (more than six...