Bats often seek shelter in people’s homes by squeezing through small, tight holes to enter an attic. Bats leave behind piles of droppings or guano, that can affect the health of humans. Dangers of Disease from Bats Bat droppings look like small, elongated pellets. Guano is often left in piles inside walls or under insulation.…
We talk a lot on this blog about raccoons. These cuddly, soft-looking creatures while interesting to look at it, could have a side you don’t want to see. It’s best to keep your distance and of course, call a wildlife removal company if you’ve found raccoons taking up a den in your home. For this…
Skunks aren’t exactly the first animal you think of when you think cute & cuddly. In fact, most of us would probably take off running in the opposite direction if we spotted one of these creatures coming our way. Depictions of their tails lifting and squirting everything in their path with an offensive odor isn’t…
Raccoons can be a nuisance to homeowners. They can knock over trash cans and tear through bags looking for food or eat food that was left outside for family pets. They can sneak into attics and sheds and chew and scratch at the building materials and any items stored inside. They can leave behind waste…
If raccoons are living in your attic or somewhere in your yard, you will probably hear them. The sounds raccoons make are similar to noises made by other animals, so you might not be aware that you have a raccoon problem at first. These are some of the noises you might hear. Sounds Raccoons Typically…
With the spring season now in full swing and Memorial Day approaching here in Connecticut, many of us have one thing on the mind – getting outdoors. After a winter full of cold, dreary weather the time will soon be here when the grass is dry, the sun is shining and being outdoors for extended…
Every home has pests sooner or later, particularly if the home is located near wooded areas. Animal infestation – and the subsequent removal of the animals – can be an expensive, upsetting and time-consuming process. If you’ve had animals in your home in the past, be sure to ensure that it’s not so easy for…
Female raccoons give birth in late spring to litters that usually include two to five kits. Baby raccoons are unable to open their eyes until the age of three weeks and are dependent on their mothers for their first year of life. When mother raccoons seek shelter for themselves and their kits, they often choose…
Daylight Saving happened on March 10 and the official start of spring will follow soon be here on March 20. Humans welcome the arrival of longer days and warmer temperatures, as do many species of wildlife. For animals, milder weather means increased security. During the cold months, wildlife may struggle to survive. Freezing temperatures can…
The month of February and moving into early March is typically when winter and spring begin their slow transgressions here in Connecticut. Longer days and shorter nights and (usually) more mild temps are the norm. It’s also skunk mating season. Specifically, in this state, Eastern Striped Skunks are out in full force this time of…