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Originally Posted by E.Shell
Foxes and coyotes (at least) are strongly attracted to any sort of landmark that stands out. Fox and coyote trappers often use this attraction to direct target animals to a set, using a piece of rock, a chunk of wood, a small sheaf/pile of hay, a wooden stake, even a transplanted clump of tall grass - anything that stands out and catches the eye. Very much like domestic canines use fence posts and fire hydrants. In your situation, the watermelon mound is "IT" and thus serves as a scent post and activity hub. Put a taller pile of dirt out there nearby and they'll probably stay off your watermelon hill.
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Interesting. I had the game camera out night before last, and only saw one fox that trotted up the driveway, apparently ignoring the watermelon mound. There was a rabbit nearby and a raccoon nosed around the mound a bit, but none of them disturbed anything. Rained heavily last night and raining now here.
Didn't put the camera out last night because my batteries were dead and I didn't have my keys on me to get into the building to get fresh ones. The yellow flies make the trek back and forth again unappealing.
