Nutria are often mistaken for beavers, muskrats or even rats. Though we understand the similarities, Nutria are unique to themselves from any of the species mentioned above. Let’s get to know more about the Pacific NW’s Nutria. What Are Nutria? Most Nutria are...
Wildlife Control Articles
Why You Should Hire Pest Control Companies That Integrate Video Surveillance Into Their Pest Control Strategy
When people think of pest control they often think of anything that will get rid of the problem at hand. Some consumers look for ecological practices when getting rid of pests and others simply just want the problem brought to an end. Pest control itself is defined as...
Get to Know the Pacific Northwest Raccoon
General Raccoon Facts The raccoon is a native mammal, having a body that can reach a length of 16-28 inches and a weight of 11-57 lbs. which is typically the result of genetics, age, geographic location and available food sources. Its grayish coat consists of dense...
How Rodents and Wildlife Get Into Your Home
Lets face it, rodents and wildlife are part of nature. We live in a world surrounded by the great outdoors. Even in the big cities you’ll find these creatures. As we have grown and populated the earth we have taken away space from natures natural...
The Pacific NW Squirrel, Cute Furry Creatures or Pesky Rodent?
First, let’s get to know our little neighbor friends. There are about twenty five species of squirrels in the Pacific Northwest. Of the twenty five, there are five native species which consist of the Western Gray, the Douglas Squirrel, the California...
That Bird Feeder….It’s a Problem
Most people think they’re helping birds by placing feeders around their home or they just simply enjoy watching them. Whatever the purpose, bird feeders can do more harm than good. According to some, bird feeders are even a detriment to native bird...
Wildlife Eviction or Wildlife Trapping in the Pacific NW
A raccoon in the attic, squirrels in the home, an opossum attacking your chickens or cat …When confronted with wildlife in their own homes or backyards, many people often resort to what they see as a "humane solution"—live-trapping the animal and then...