Armadillo “ice-cream cone holes” in your yard? What it means and how to stop the midnight drilling

Homeowners are discovering small cone-like holes in their lawns. These are signs of armadillos foraging for insects at night. The animals dig shallow burrows in soft, irrigated soil. Experts say armadillos are nocturnal and often unseen. Solutions involve trapping and removal, as fences are impractical for large areas. Reducing watering may help over time.