Squirrels
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What Time of Day are Squirrels Most Active
Squirrels are busy animals that can be seen running around in cities and forests alike. Like humans, they are active during the light of day, but they are most active when the sun first rises and again when it sets. This means that if there are squirrels on your property, you are most likely to hear them in the early morning and evening. At night, squirrels rest quietly in their nests. Why does all this matter? According to squirrel removal Toronto experts this matters because it will help you identify what animal is in your attic from the noises it makes. Squirrels are diurnal, so they are up during the…
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Do Squirrels Have a Good Sense of Smell
Squirrels are remarkably agile creatures with adaptable qualities. They can run as much as 32km/hr and jump 5 feet up off the ground. But, did you know they have powerful senses? Squirrels have superior vision and a very good sense of smell. This helps them find food and communicate with other squirrels. Note however that this sense of smell is what may bring them into your house. Squirrels are little diurnal rodents that are very common all over the world. These are arboreal mammals that have adapted well to human habitats. Weighing approximately 500g, squirrels measure up to 30cm in length and have bushy tails nearly just as long. As…
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The Difference Between Red and Grey Squirrels
There are 22 different squirrel species in Canada, but the red and grey squirrel are very common. These two species can be found all over Ontario in both cities and forested areas. Differentiating between the two can be tricky to the untrained eye, but there are some key differences you can look out for. Note that while they may be cute, squirrels can be a real problem if they get too close. They have the potential to spread disease and do some serious damage to the interior of the home. The Grey squirrel, or Eastern Grey as it is called in Ontario, is the largest of the two. Weighing between…
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Can Squirrels Live in Attics
Squirrels can absolutely live in attics and this is quite common in cities and suburbs where there are many squirrels outside. Squirrels are resourceful creatures that will exploit any weaknesses they find on the roof to get indoors. An invasion into the attic however should certainly be avoided because squirrels carry diseases and risk causing serious damage. Squirrels have been known to chew on electrical wires, causing power outages and even fire. They will also create a mess of feces and urine within the insulation of the attic. Squirrels are omnivorous rodents that feed primarily on seeds, nuts, buds, and berries. As rodents, they have teeth that never stop growing,…
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How to Get Rid of Baby Squirrels
It’s not uncommon for squirrels to nest in people’s homes. Like us, they would rather be indoors. Squirrels can feel the warm air that escapes your attic and can even smell the food you cook. Attics and other human habitats provide squirrels with places to nest above ground, safe from predators. Nests that still have babies within them however can be tricky to remove. Handling them yourself could result in injury and separating a mother from her young risks damaging your property further. If there are young squirrels on your property and you want them gone, call the professionals Squirrels are furry little rodents with pointed ears and long, bushy…
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What Month are Baby Squirrels Born?
Squirrels are surprisingly destructive animals despite their cute appearance. These are animals that will gladly tear up your attic and cost you hundreds in repairs. Squirrel invasions risk causing power outages and even starting fires as they like to chew on electrical wires. Squirrels commonly invade people’s attics during mating season, so it is a good idea to know when you should prepare and when removing them will do the least harm. Squirrels are common all over the world. These are omnivorous rodents whose heads and bodies measure approximately 23 to 30cm long, and weigh about 500 grams. Squirrels have round little bodies, pointed ears, and big bushy tails. As…
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Are Squirrels Nocturnal?
Most Canadian squirrels are diurnal animals, which means they are mostly active during the day. Like us, they prefer to go about their days in the light and retreat into their homes when it gets dark. The northern flying squirrel is an exception to this rule, but this is a rarer species that is uncommon in human habitats. This squirrel is also unlikely to invade your home. If there are squirrels giving you trouble, you are likely to hear them scampering around during the day. Squirrels are not like other rodents, such as mice and rats. Squirrels are up during the day and prefer to eat plant-based foods like seeds,…
