How Long Do Squirrels Live?

Almost everybody can recognize a squirrel by its bushy tail. Energetic and crafty, it can be entertaining to watch different species of squirrels in your yard. Depending on the time of year, squirrels eat tender leaf buds, wild fruits, nuts and acorns, bird eggs, seed crops, or even tree bark. Squirrels can become a problem […]

Top 20 Critters Found in the Southeast

Are you familiar with the wildlife around you? Many property owners do not realize what critters live amongst them until a problem arises. Let us explore what critters you can expect to see if you live amongst North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, or Florida. 20 Most Common Nuisance Animals in the Southeast 1. Armadillos2. Bats3. Birds4. Stinging Insects5. Squirrels6. Flying Squirrels7. Mice and Rats8. Moles9. Mosquitos10. Opossums 11. Raccoons12. Snakes13. Gophers14. Nutria15. Cane […]

What to Do When a Skunk Sprays Your Pet

Skunks are one of the most widespread and common mammals in the United States, and the population is growing in most states. The two most defining features of a skunk are it’s color and spray. WHY DO SKUNKS SPRAY? Skunks use their spray in order to defend themselves from predators. Skunk spray has a very […]

Five Bat Myths and Four Facts You Won’t Believe

Bats are nocturnal, carnivorous, furry warm-blooded mammals. There are more than 1,200 species of bats. Their fingers are attached by a membrane of skin called the patagium which allows them to fly. Depending on the species of bat, their wingspan can vary from 6 inches to over 5 ft.   Since their legs are not as large […]