As spring brings vibrant hues into Minnesota’s Twin Cities area, so too do an assortment of wild animals. While watching their arrival can be captivating, ensuring we strike an effective balance between coexisting with them while keeping them away from homes is of equal importance. We will discuss some of the common spring animals found around Minnesota’s Twin Cities while giving tips for effectively managing them in this blog post.
Woodchucks (commonly referred to as groundhogs) are fascinating creatures that contribute greatly to our ecosystem. When they find a home in your garden or yard, their burrowing habits can wreak havoc if left alone for too long. At Minnesota Wild Animal Management, we understand both wildlife conservation and protecting personal space are equally important, which is why we provide humane, yet effective woodchuck removal services aimed at creating balance between humans and wildlife alike.
A humane approach: At the core of our woodchuck removal services lies our dedication to humane practices
If an animal invades your home, it is likely that you will find animal droppings on your floors, in the kitchen, in the bathroom, attic, or garage. This is a very common sight and must be cleaned immediately to ensure your safety, that of your family, and the safety and well-being of your pets. Your attic is a common place where nuisance animals like squirrels and birds seek refuge in your home. The attic is a warm, enclosed space that’s away from humans. You should call a wildlife control service if you hear small animals rustling or pitter-pattering
Birds can be a nuisance when they are looking for a place to nest or shelter. These birds can nest in your garage, attic, deck, or vents. These birds can do a lot of damage to your business or home. Pest bird populations that are not controlled can cause a lot of damage. Minnesota Wild Animal Management can help you control the bird population in your home or office.
Acidic Drops Damage: Bird droppings can damage roofs, machines, and automobile paint, to name just a few. A bird’s droppings may contain over 60 diseases that are transmissible. Avian influenza (also known as bird flu or H5N1), avian tuberculosis and salmonellosis can
Springtime growth can be an exciting time for homeowners. After spending hours and hours perfecting lawns and landscaping, homeowners often come home to find holes dug overnight by unknown sources – possibly even skunks! It must be terrifying waking up one morning only to discover they have dug themselves a gravedigger-style grave in their yard overnight!
Deer mice present a special threat to yourself and your family when they invade your property. Not only are these rodents known carriers of Hantavirus, which is an infectious and deadly pathogen, but they may also spread it around. To protect yourself against this deadly pathogen, schedule mouse removal as soon as you detect an issue. Minnesota Wild Animal Management specializes in mouse removal throughout Minneapolis-St Paul and can eliminate deer mouse hazards from your property.
Rats are an unwelcome pest and should never be allowed to live with you. Not only can they cause destruction to your home, but also spread disease within it; no one wants to see their remains on their kitchen counters or smell the odors they carry. You may even discover damage to insulation, wiring or other structural elements of your house because of rats.
Squirrels are active and curious creatures and are always on the lookout for food and shelter. When they climb trees on your property, they gain access to your roof and siding and even with a very small opening, they can find their way inside your home. It’s impossible to pinpoint exactly when it happens but before you know it, squirrels can do a significant amount of damage to the exterior of your home, particularly to areas of wood, fascia or siding that might already be vulnerable.
Springtime is a season of renewal and beauty – snow melts, trees and flowers blossom, and new baby animals emerge. Unfortunately, it can also be an especially vulnerable time for homeowners when it comes to wildlife problems around their home. Read these tips on what you can do about wildlife problems in spring and how to keep wild animals away from your property.
Minnesota boasts a majority of harmless snakes. Only two out of seventeen species are poisonous – the Timber Rattlesnake and Eastern Massasauga snake, which have only very rarely encountered humans and live almost exclusively in the southeast part of the state. Unfortunately, if you find a snake in your home, you may not even consider whether it’s harmless or poisonous – you just want it removed immediately!
