Bunnies Attacking Cars, Chewing Wires at Denver International Airport

Auto mechanics suggest using fox or coyote urine to deter the influx of pesky rabbits who are causing thousands of dollars in damage. Bunnies have been wreaking havoc, attacking on cars parked at Denver International Airport, and eating spark plug cables and other wiring.

The furry creatures have already caused thousands of dollars in damage as wildlife officials work to solve the problem.

“I see at least dozens every morning,” airport shuttle driver Michelle Anderson told KCNC-TV. “They go hide under the cars and the cars are warm.”

A spokesperson from an automotive service centre said the rabbits are chewing on the insulator portion of the vehicles’ ignition cables, which can lead to hefty repair bills.

The station reported that wildlife workers are removing at least 100 bunnies a month while parking companies install better fences and build perches for predator hawks and eagles.

But local mechanics offered a more unorthodox solution for worried car owners.

They say coating the wires with fox or coyote urine can rob the rabbits of their appetite.

Fox urine can be purchased at many hunting shops.

Here is a video report of bunnies attacking cars on the same airport, two years ago.