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5 Prairie Dog Species: Surprising Facts & How to Get Rid of Them

June 6, 2018March 28, 2017 by Irina

The first thing that you need to know about these North American rodents is that they live in particularly large colonies. They could typically be found in the grasslands of western as well as central North America. There are five major species of prairie dogs that we are going to take a look at later in the article.

These animals are considered to be a rather keystone species mainly due to the fact that their colonies would usually create significant islands of habitats which benefit about 150 other species. However, while they are rather beneficial out in the wilderness, they are considered to be a pest when they are encountered in domestic gardening conditions. They are also a well-known food source for a range of different animals such as eagles, badgers, coyotes as well as the black-footed ferrets which are also known to be critically endangered. A lot of species such as the latter use underground burrows made by prairie dogs as their own homes.

How To Get Rid Of Squirrels From Walls And Attics

December 12, 2019March 27, 2017 by Irina

Squirrels are small and may seem harmless to you; however, they can be fairly ferocious. They are always ready to fight for their young ones as well as their homes. They make nests in your house and refuse to let go of them until they die. They also let go of their young ones at around 12 weeks which keeps them reproducing continuously. In some cases, it can be nearly impossible to exterminate them. However, you should relentlessly take measures to keep them out and work on professional and harmless ways to eradicate the problem. Read on to figure out how to get rid of squirrels in walls and attics so that the next time you are enjoying a family game night with your loved ones, you are not interrupted by such a nuisance.

Identify The Enemy

First and foremost, it is important to ensure that before you take any precautions, you know for sure that your walls and attics are infested with squirrels. Look for sign around the house. Now, remember, squirrels are your enemies only because they are infesting your home. They are still helpless, and they will harm you in order to protect themselves. Do not even think about hurting them. Your aim should be getting them out of your house and not letting them back in. The following are a few signs that may identify a squirrel infestation in your house.

Gray Squirrels: the Household Pest Facts (13 Questions) & How to Get Rid of Them

July 17, 2019March 24, 2017 by Irina

The American gray squirrel paw anxiously pressed to his chest.

Over 200 species of squirrel can be found living across the globe. The Gray squirrel is a type of mammal which is highly recognizable in various parts of Great Britain. However, it is nonlocal. It was originally introduced in 1876, from the eastern USA and at the time happened to be a major source of food for the natives. Sciurus carolinensis is the scientific name given to them. Eastern gray squirrel can always be seen scurrying along in parks, in backyards, or even in the woods of eastern United States. They rummage around for nuts, seeds, buds, and blossoms of trees. Like any other species of squirrels, the gray squirrel plays a crucial role in the process of dispersion. Nevertheless, it is a continuous threat for the UK’s local red squirrel and is responsible for the diminution in the population of red squirrels.

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How to Catch a Chipmunk With 2 Humane and 3 Lethal Traps?

June 6, 2018March 23, 2017 by Irina

Chipmunks might seem like cute little animals which don’t mean any harm to you but they are actually quite a pest to deal with. There are quite a lot of different reasons for which you might want to get rid of this particular rodent. They will eat the seeds that you leave for your chickens, they can attack the chickens themselves, eat their eggs and even their small hatchlings. They are going to dig holes in the garden, hence causing a range of different issues. They are also capable of loosening the foundations of certain structures and buildings, hence causing significant health hazards to you and to your entire family. All in all, there are quite a lot of good reasons for which you might want to get rid of them. What is more, chipmunks are known to reproduce quite fast and that’s definitely something that you want to take into account. This week they might two or three, a month later they are likely to be an entire dozen. So, pay attention and make sure that you are considerate enough to take care of them on time – this is something particularly important and you need to make sure that you are on point.

Now, once we’ve went through the main reasons of why you should consider getting rid of this pest, you should know that there are two approaches – humane and lethal. The following will show you how to catch a chipmunk with 2 humane and 3 lethal traps, so let’s have a look.

Complete Guide of How to Get Rid of Chipmunks Outside

June 6, 2018March 22, 2017 by Irina

Now, the truth is that there are quite a lot of good reasons for which you might want to get rid of chipmunks in your garden. It’s also worth noting that if we put aside their obvious appetite for bird eggs as well as for hatchlings, they are considered to be a rather beneficial animal because they are apt at conveniently spreading quite a lot of seeds. What is more, a lot of people don’t really know this, but chipmunks are omnivores. This makes them beneficial in a lot more than just the way mentioned above.

Of course, their bad habits tend to outnumber their good ones and that’s why it’s a good idea to get rid of them or to prevent them from coming in your yard at all. So, with this in mind, if you have found scatter sunflower seeds and you have a rather curious squirrels and chipmunk problem, here is the complete guide of how to get rid of chipmunks outside (and inside) as well.

Black-tailed Prairie Dog: 10 Questions to Help You Get to Know Them & Prevent Them From Causing Damage

June 6, 2018March 21, 2017 by Irina

The prairie dog is one of the famous North American rodents and it’s undoubtedly one that has a tremendous importance. Even though they are the reason for the creation of characteristic micro habitats which provide actual living conditions for more than 150 different species, they are also the are also the reason for which you might want to be well aware of how to properly get rid of them and prevent them from causing any kind of damage to your property because this is something that they are very good at. With this in mind, we have taken the liberty of providing you with 10 integral and important questions, the answers to which are going to be particularly beneficial when it comes to the understanding as well as the prevention of these animals. So, without any further ado, let’s go right ahead and take a closer look.

Keep in mind that there are a lot of things to be said about this particular species of prairie dogs and these are just some of the basic questions which are going to help you get to know them properly.

How to Trap a Squirrel: 4 Trapping Tips & 5 Trapping Techniques

June 6, 2018March 20, 2017 by Irina

A little squirrel is caught in a live trap awaiting relocation.

Squirrels are apparently cute little creatures that occupy the high trees. They seem harmless creatures, but once the population increases in any vicinity they become a real problem for the residents. Their large populations can have negative implications for the natural fields and the human constructions. Their presence is associated with many serious damages both monetary damage and physical health.

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Squirrels location

The presence of the squirrels around the home, or inside the home is not difficult to identify. Their presence can be felt by a distinctive smell, distinct sounds and the signs of damage. The several factors that identify the presence of these problematic creatures in the buildings, attic, and lawns include the following:

What Is The Difference Between Chipmunks and Squirrels (13 Biological Differences & Ways of Control)

June 6, 2018March 17, 2017 by Irina

A squirrel with chipmunk on white background

In the suburban areas, homes with backyards are full of squirrels and chipmunks running through the trees and often found in the attics. Many of us do not know what the difference between these two creatures is. Both are mammals, having furry bodies and bushy tails, both feed on a nutty diet, and belong to the same biological family. Since most of the things are common, it is tough to distinguish between the two. The apparent features and look of both leave the person watching them baffled. However, with careful observation and study, it becomes clear, that both of them hardly share any common feature except for the biological family.

A squirrel and chipmunk are having fun together — Source: https://www.pinterest.com

Chipmunks are smaller in size as compared to the squirrels. Unlike the squirrels that stay either on the ground or in the tree trunks, the chipmunks dig holes in the ground or prepare the nests. It is just like comparison and contrast between the mouse and the rat. Chipmunks are mostly found in the North American and the Asian Region. They are distinguished for having small stripes all over their body. These stripes run all over their head, back, and the tail. Their classification is either based on the single genus named Tamias or the three of them. In contrast with the chipmunks, the ground squirrels are usually found in the wooded or the rocky areas. They have stripes all over the body but not on the head, which helps to differentiate them from the chipmunks. Their eyes have a beautiful white ring around them too. Their tails are prominent than the chipmunks because of the comparatively larger size of the tail.

Despite these differences, the standard features that are found in all include the furry bodies and short ears.

How to Get Rid of Squirrels Outdoors (and Indoors)

May 22, 2018March 16, 2017 by Irina

No doubt squirrels are one of the most amazing woodland animals. However, a squirrel inside your home can be trouble. The reason is, these creatures carry ticks and fleas along with them that could be transferred to your other pets or human beings very easily.

If you hear sounds like pitter-patter on your walls or under your bed, you should know the squirrels have entered in your home. It’s time you should take some steps to get rid of these tiny creatures. There are various types of squirrels, but the most common kind is the tree squirrels.

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Ground Squirrels Identification, 6 Common Types & 6 Ways to Get Rid of Them

June 12, 2018March 15, 2017 by Irina

The ground squirrels belong to the family of rodents, Sciuridae, that live on the ground. The term ground squirrel is mostly used for the medium-sized ground squirrels. The ground squirrel is blessed with this unique ability to rise up on his hind legs. Whenever they sense any danger near them or want to see behind the tall grass, they rise up on their hind legs. The tiny creature has a special way of warning other family members about the predators. They curl their paws flat against their chest and make a screeching call to other squirrels.

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Identify The Enemy

Squirrels location

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Identification

Appearance and size

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