PEST CONTROL FOR WILDLIFE ANIMALS & CRITTERS
Below are brief descriptions of the most common nuisance wildlife species found in the United States. These animals typically have a habit of living on or even in human homes and environments. They often thrive in heavily populated areas, and take advantage of human buildings and food sources. Many of these animals can be found living in the attics of homes. At the end of each animal description, you can click a link for more information about that particular species. My site is loaded with professional wildlife pest control photos, as well as critter blogs, and of course a list of hundreds of wildlife control experts located in every city of the country.
INSECTS:
Spiders, Ants, Roaches, Scorpions, Earwigs, Pillbugs, Wasps, Flies, Friut Flies, Centipedes, Millipedes, and Crickets are the most common insects found in residences and commercial buildings in central texas. These along with all other crawling insects are targeted under our specialized treatment programs.
TERMITES:
No matter how your home is constructed, where it is located, or how old it is, it could be attacked by subterranean termites. They are a threat across 70 percent of the world and in every part of the United States except Alaska. Texas, Florida, California, and all Southern states are the areas most heavily populated with subteranean termites. They cause $5 billion worth of damage each year in the U.S. alone-damage not covered by most homeowner's insurance. And damage that can go undetected while it grows for years on end. It's their ability to so masterfully avoid detection that makes termites so insidiously destructive. There for allow one of our professionals provide you with a FREE INSPECTION and if termite activity, or areas favorable for termite infestation are found we will provide you with and estimate to eliminate or prevent any further activity with our 100% re-treatment guarantee utilizing Termidor Termiticide.
RACCOON:
Raccoons are a common nuisance wildlife species. They frequently enter attics and other parts of homes. They are strong and capable of causing quite a bit of destruction to homes and attics. Female raccoons often enter houses in order to have their young in the springtime. Raccoons are responsible for a number of nuisance problems, from stealing pet food, to tipping over garbage cans, to raiding ornamental ponds, chicken coops, etc. They are very crafty and capable animals. They typically weigh 10-25 pounds as adults, and are usually larger in the northern latitudes. They eat almost anything, and are primarily active at night ... more
EASTERN GREY SQUIRREL:
While many types of squirrels can cause nuisance problems, from red squirrels to flying squirrels, the Eastern Greys are the most common. They love to live in the attics of buildings, usually in the winter and late summer, when females give birth to their bi-annual litter of young. They are expert chewers, and will chew their way in, as well as chew on wires once outside. They primarily eat nuts and grains, and will store these in the attic or walls, along with nesting debris. They are most active in the morning and evening times. These squirrels typically only live a few years in the wild ... more
STRIPED SKUNK:
Skunks are well known for the strong odor. They frequently choose to live under homes and decks, sheds or porches. They cause a problem with their odor, particularly during the mating season. They also often fall down window wells and get stuck. There are several skunk species in North America, but their behavior is relatively similar. They are nocturnal and omnivorous. They frequently choose to den underneath homes, and they are not particularly fast, so there's a good chance your dog will catch one and get sprayed ... more
OPOSSUM:
Opossums are a common nuisance species, and will take advantage of human homes, sheds, decks, etc. in order to live and steal food. They are marsupials, and the young grow in a pouch in spring. I commonly find them in attics of homes, and they are also a common dead animal extraction target. They are interesting: they have the most teeth of any mammal (50), a prehensile tail, opposable thumbs, the male has a bifurcated penis, they can eat almost anything, and they have incredible immune systems, all of which make them great survivors, despite their tiny brain ... more
NINE BANDED ARMADILLO:
These are common nuisance species in the southern states, where they cause problems with their tendency to burrow large holes into the ground. They also dig up yards and landscaping as they search for worms and grubs. They are a unique animal - they can carry leprosy, they always give birth to four identical quadruplets, and they of course have a hard bony shell. They tend to grow to adult size of about 12 pounds in the first year, then live for a long time. They are usually nocturnal, though sometimes active during the day ... more
RATS:
The two common rat species in North America are the Roof Rat and the Norway Rat. Roof Rats are smaller, with adults usually weighing 6-10 oz. with body of 8 inches and a tail of 8 inches. Roof Rats tend to live in warmer areas and inhabit areas above ground, such as in trees. The Norway Rats weigh from 10-16 oz with a 9 inch body and shorter tail. Norways live in cooler climates and live at ground level. Neither species lives very long rarely more than a year in the wild. They can breed year round, and produce litters of up to ten young up to five times per year. Both will eat a wide variety of foods, and are considered pests for many reasons, such as their tendency to spread disease ... more
PIGEON:
Feral pigeons are very common in urban areas, and a common and well-known city pest. Though some people like to feed them, they create a mess with their nesting material and feathers, but most of all, with their droppings, which are unsanitary and which may pose a health hazard. Pigeons weigh about a pound and tend to live 3-5 years in the wild. They nest at any time of the year, and mate for life. The young hatch only 19 days after the eggs are laid. Pigeons eat a variety of foods. They are usually removed from roosting areas such as beams, store signs, inside buildings etc ... more
