Raccoons & Skunks The most common nuisance wildlife that seems to prevail is the raccoon and skunk. Raccoons are nocturnal who are active year-round. They prefer urban living. They have a preference for forested areas, such as abandoned homes of animals, such as woodpiles, decks and porches located near water where it is plentiful.

They are extremely destructive to structures, causing a tremendous amount of damage. The skunk is also nocturnal, feeding on insects located in and around lawn areas. They also seek habitat in woodpiles, under decks and porches. They will roll up a lawn to feed off insects and worms. When the is skunk is gone, it is best to remove the food source or another skunk will replace it. They cause a great deal of damage to porches, decks, lawns and may also damage vegetable gardens. Diseases they may carry are: Rabies, Distemper and Leptospirosis.

Squirrels
They will usually nest in trees for food and protection from predators and elements, Often times they will take up residence in a structure for access to areas such as attic crawl spaces and eaves if available. If you hear audible scratching, gnawing, pattering sounds in the early morning or daytime hours, it usually signals their presence. Torn insulation dried leaves, cardboard may pinpoint their nests. Squirrels in crawl spaces can damage electrical wiring and insulation.

For more information on diseases please contact: The Center for Disease Control and Prevention at 800-311-3435 or contact them at: www.cdc.gov/netinfo.htm

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