Connecticut's summer season is a bustling time for mammals, as the warm weather brings them out of their shelters and into the spotlight. As advocates for responsible wildlife management, Wildlife Control Services LLC is excited to shed light on the most active summer mammals in our state. From playful climbers to speedy runners, this article will introduce you to some of the remarkable creatures that thrive during the summer months in Connecticut.
Eastern Gray Squirrels: Agile and Energetic Tree Dwellers
Eastern gray squirrels are a common sight in Connecticut's parks, woodlands, and neighborhoods. These agile mammals spend their summer days scurrying up and down trees, searching for nuts, seeds, and fruits. Known for their impressive leaping abilities and bushy tails, gray squirrels bring energy and entertainment to any outdoor setting.
White-tailed Deer: Graceful Grazers of Forests and Fields
Connecticut's forests and meadows come alive with the presence of white-tailed deer during the summer. These majestic mammals are known for their grace and beauty as they gracefully move through their habitats. While their diet primarily consists of leaves, grasses, and tender shoots, it's not uncommon to spot fawns playfully exploring their surroundings under the watchful eye of their mothers.
Raccoons: Clever Nighttime Foragers
Raccoons are highly adaptable mammals that thrive in both rural and urban environments. Although they are active year-round, summer nights bring them out in search of food. Their dexterous paws and curious nature make them skilled foragers, and they can often be seen exploring trash cans, gardens, and even attics. Their distinctive facial markings and nimble movements add a touch of intrigue to Connecticut's wildlife landscape.
Eastern Chipmunks: Energetic Gatherers
Eastern chipmunks are small, lively mammals that are busy throughout the summer season. These industrious creatures can be observed scurrying along the ground, collecting and storing food in their underground burrows. Their cheek pouches, used to transport food, are a distinctive feature. Chipmunks' playful behavior and high-pitched calls add charm to Connecticut's natural surroundings.
Coyotes: Stealthy Predators of the Night
Connecticut's coyote population is active year-round, but they become more visible during the summer months. These intelligent predators are adaptable and can be found in various habitats, from forests to suburban areas. Although they are typically nocturnal, sightings during daylight hours are not uncommon. Coyotes play an essential role in maintaining the balance of local ecosystems, primarily by controlling rodent populations.
Striped Skunks: Nocturnal Strollers
Striped skunks are fascinating creatures known for their distinct black-and-white fur and pungent odor. They are primarily nocturnal and become more active in the summer as they search for insects, small mammals, and plant matter. While their defensive mechanism of spraying a foul-smelling liquid is well-known, skunks prefer to avoid confrontation and would rather go about their business undisturbed.
Connecticut's summer months offer a glimpse into the vibrant world of mammals. From the playful antics of gray squirrels and chipmunks to the stealthy presence of raccoons, coyotes, and skunks, our state's wildlife is diverse and captivating. As responsible wildlife management advocates, Wildlife Control Services LLC encourages a harmonious coexistence between humans and these remarkable creatures. Let's appreciate the natural wonders of Connecticut's most active summer mammals while fostering respect and understanding for their habitats
Baby Squirrels in Hartford
This week we were called to an apartment complex in Hartford, Connecticut to remove some baby squirrels. We found them nested up in a stairwell arch.
Wildlife Control Services successfully trapped and removed the small family of squirrels and successfully moved them.
If you own a home or business and are experiencing some animal conflicts, give us a call today.
860-236-2683
Red Squirrels Caught in Storrs, CT
Just a friendly reminder that not only do we consistenly help residence resolve their animal conflicts, but also commercial properties.
A business garage in the Storrs, Mansfield, Willington area was being inhabited by a family of Red Squirrels. Using over 30 years of experience in the industry we were able to quickly and efficiently trap and displace the squirrels (safely) from the garage.
Squirrels are one of our most popular calls. These past couple months it has been squirrel mating season so if you see an increase in squirrels running around that’s the reason! Squirrels often times can find small openings in your home - roof, chimney, decks, etc.
If you are experiencing some of these challenges please give us a call today!
860-236-2683
Flying Squirrels in Tolland
If you haven’t noticed them, trust us they’re out there now. Squirrels - our most popular call year in and year out. These little guys can cause a lot of damage to your property if not treated.
Whether it be gray squirrels, flying squirrels, or any other type of squirrel… they all have a nasty habit of finding small entry ways into homes and other buildings. At Wildlife Control Services we take pride in our ability to survey the situation and provide effective next steps. We have over 30 years of experience working with the Tolland County communities to resolve their animal conflicts.
Below is a picture of a small entryway into a chimney that a flying squirrel was able to access. We were able to trap and remove this flying squirrel from this Tolland residence. We also prevented future access by placing proper equipment to cap the chimney.
If you are hearing scratching or rustling in your walls, attic, basement or chimney, give us a call today!
860-236-2683
Flying Squirrels in Canton
Another one of the more common calls when the weather starts to get warmer is flying squirrels. Flying squirrels are a common trespasser in northern Connecticut.
Often times residents discover these little guys because of scratching, rustling, scampering noises coming above their heads. Flying squirrels love to take refuge in attics.
Here’s the problem - they don’t exactly come in through the front door. They will find cracks or soffits in your roof to squeeze through…. and those are high, very high.
So let the pros take care of it! We will find the splits and cracks these squirrels are fitting through and position the right tools. Wildlife Control Services has years of experiencing scaling the highest of roofs to ensure that your flying squirrels are trapped and removed.
Give us a call today!
860-236-2683
Grey Squirrel Damage
Squirrels are a popular New England animal that can often times cause damage in or around your home. Whether it be wood, window sills, or wiring they can cause unsightly and harmful damage to all areas.
If you’re tired of dealing with those situations or want to learn more about how you can prevent those things from happening give us a call. We specialize in all sorts of different animal removals. We use years of experience and learning different types of tactics to be the most effective in our industry.
Pictured here is some damage to wiring done by local grey squirrels. If you are noticing damage around your home or know someone who does, give us a call today!
860-236-2683
Squirrel Season!
As you can imagine much of our business is impacted by the season. Which also means… so is yours. We are quickly approaching the time of year when it is most common for squirrels to give birth to their young.
Cute, yes. But it can create an impact for you and your home if you are not prepared. Wildlife Control Services offers a unique and comprehensive Prevention Program that will help you stop the problem before it starts.
If you know that you live in a wooded area or your home is subject to animal traffic then you should give us a call today. We can swing by and give you a few tips and tricks to help critters keep out this season!
860-236-2683
Flying Squirrels - Southington, CT
One of the more ‘famous’ of the wildlife animals we run into is the flying squirrels. Often times pictured in movies, shows, and books because of their miraculous leaping ability.
What is less miraculous is their ability to get into your home and create distruction. They will find ways into your walls, attics, and other barely-accessible areas.
If you’re hearing noises and looking into trapping, removal, prevention of squirrels give us a call!
860-236-2683
Gray Squirrel Damage
The first step in solving a problem is identifying that there is one. Not all wildlife conflicts are found through what you hear in your walls.
Often times there will be clues around your home that could lead to the finding of an unwanted resident. The pictures featured display damages left behind by gray squirrels. There can be scratch marks near vents or windows where they have been entering your home or business.
If you are seeing similar things give us a call today. Let the experts handle it!
860-236-2683
Flying Squirrels in Avon
Squirrels are certainly one of our specialties - not to mention our most popular call. These little fellas love to shelter up in attics and walls.
Hear rummaging around or scratching? Good chance it’s squirrels getting in through the cracks of your home. Leave it to us! We can help?
Call: 860-236-2683
Squirrels in School!
We got a call to one of the buildings within the Hartford Public School system. They were experiencing some squirrels in the premises.
We were able to go in and successfully trap and remove the squirrels!!
We will help you with your squirrel problems anywhere: Somers, Simsbury, Avon, Canton, Rockville… you name it!
We don’t just serve residential properties… we have your commercial needs covered as well. Just give us a call:
860-236-2683
Squirrel Help in West Hartford
We were working in West Hartford, Connecticut this week and responded to a call from some baby squirrels that were found in an attic. It was a late litter, not even old enough to open their eyes (they are alive).
Squirrels will often times seek refuge in attics for the colder months of the year. If you are hearing some scratching or stirring north of your head, or want to learn how to keep your house free from intruders this winter, give us a call!
860-236-2683
Flying Squirrels - Ellington, CT
Flying squirrels are another popular human and animal conflict that we solve. Often times these little guys will find a small gap in a roof or attic where they can get through.
We were able to find out where they were coming from and set up an effect trap.
If you think you have squirrels in your attic please give us a call!
