These Flying Squirrels may appear calm and tame in our cage, however, when they were running loose in the attic; it was a totally different story. The most common comment we hear in this situation is, "It sounds like there is a bowling league in the attic every night." Although Flying Squirrels don't in fact […]
Homeowners in several subdivisions in Clay have reported sightings of coyotes roaming the streets. Coyotes are nocturnal carnivores whose diet consists mostly of rabbits, rodents, birds, lizards, snakes, fish, insects and, potentially, the family pet. Because coyotes feed mostly on smaller prey, their family unit usually consists of a small group centered around a reproductive […]
Many homeowners have been experiencing a problem with uninvited visitors over the past weeks. Unlike holiday guests, who eventually go home on their own, these four legged visitors may be here for the long run. Opossum are nocturnal and eat a wide variety of food including pet food, bird or squirrel food, insects and garbage. […]
It would seem that we are hearing more frequent reports of somewhat unexpected visitors of the "wild" variety … and we don’t mean the nieces and nephews! A number of various wildlife species are making their presence felt around our homes and businesses. The turkey that greeted us one morning in the middle of Birmingham […]
Raccoons, like most wildlife, can be very entertaining …. when they know their place and stay there. However if a raccoon decides to become an “un-paying tenant,” his entertainment value can lose its luster rather quickly. Raccoons are opportunistic eaters and are also nocturnal; therefore, any food left out over night, from bird seed in […]
Many motorists may be noticing an increase of dead Armadillos on our roadways lately. Homeowners are certainly seeing an increase in this pest’s activities judging by the number of recent phone calls we have experienced. We would like to advise any “do it your selfers” to use extra precaution when dealing with this pest. Armadillos […]
While an unfinished attic may not be comfortable to us, to a flying squirrel it’s the Penthouse at the Ritz. Because flying squirrels can glide 30 feet or more, and only need a one inch gap for access, they are common attic invaders. Since they are not territorial, it’s not unusual to have a […]
Imagine that your extended family has lived on the same property for generations. Suddenly an outsider appears, levels the entire dwelling, and builds a brand new home. Looking at it this way is it really any surprise that various wildlife species invade our homes? The exterior siding of our homes can provide as easy a […]
Many homeowners experienced a wildlife invasion earlier this year that appeared to take care of it self ….. eventually. Be aware, however, chances are the invasion is apt to be repeated unless steps are taken to prevent it. Many wildlife species find their way into our homes to birth and nurture their young, then leave […]
