Posts in the category: Wildlife

Do You Have Birds In Your Belfry?

DATE POSTED: March 10, 2017

Bats aren't the only creatures that can get into your belfry. And it can drive you crazy. Pun intended. Birds have many qualities that can make them irritating to have in your belfry, or anywhere else for that matter. Here are some of the issues associated with having pest birds around.

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Squirrels. Dangerous? Or Just Cute?

DATE POSTED: February 1, 2017

Are you an animal lover? Do you love puppies and kittens? Majestic horses and cuddly baby bear cubs? How about squirrels? Do you love watching these fluffy, tail-flicking characters racing around your backyard, scampering across your fences, defying gravity to get into your bird feeders? Well, if you do love squirrels, you may not be aware of the dangers they can pose if their numbers get too…

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How to Get Rid of Woodchucks

DATE POSTED: January 19, 2017

Woodchucks are a type of rodent and are often called groundhogs. They are quite adorable, but they can be very destructive to your property, causing major damage to your lawn, your garden, and other plants around your home.

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Squirrels Looking For Winter Homes In South Portland

DATE POSTED: December 26, 2016

Squirrels are a common woodland creature here in South Portland. In fact, they are so common that we barely take notice of them when they scamper through our yard or scurry across the telephone wires above our driveway. We may glance quickly at them if we happen to catch them jumping from branch to branch in the back yard, but we usually don’t give these pests a second thought. Well, unless they…

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Winter Pests in South Portland that Wear Out Their Welcome

DATE POSTED: December 19, 2016

There is a common myth that pests like rodents and insects are not as active in the winter months. That can’t be any farther from the truth. In fact, you may not see these pests outside your front window, but they can be quite active in your home. Do you know the signs? Here are a few of the most common winter pests in South Portland that wear out their welcome quickly.

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Protect Your Home From Wildlife Problems This Fall

DATE POSTED: November 10, 2016

Like most of you, I enjoy watching the small furry creatures of the forest go about their daily lives. Squirrels jumping branch to branch, chipmunks chasing each other, and raccoons grabbing for treats inside logs or out of a creek can all be quite entertaining to watch. Wild animals such as these will bring a smile to your face until they have made their home habitat right behind yours. As cute…

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