Bats and Halloween go way back. They have a long and sordid association, like 2,500 years ago kind of way back. Learn more about how bats were first tied to the spooky season and how that relationship still plays out today. Samhain, the Irish and the Celtics Some speculate that the Celtics were the first… Continue reading
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Coquitlam Wildlife Control: Do Mice Eat Pumpkins?
Halloween season is coming, and it’s never too early to start decorating, or is it? If you put out your pumpkins too early, they may suffer a fate worse than being smashed; mice are notorious for saddling up to the pumpkin buffet until they have their fill. Even then, they return night after night for… Continue reading
Wildlife Lawn Damage in Coquitlam
Raccoons and skunks have plagued urban neighbourhoods for decades, wreaking havoc on homeowners properties in search of food, shelter and warmth. In recent weeks, homeowners have begun noticing a significant increase in lawn damage in the Coquitlam area. Why Raccoons Are Digging Raccoons are omnivores, meaning they feed on vegetation as well as live critters,… Continue reading
Why Humane Treatment of Bats Is Important?
Bats are one of the most misunderstood animals on the planet. While they may look creepy, homeowners need to understand the importance of bats. Bats play an important role in our ecosystem’s health and help keep the population of insects such as mosquitoes in check. Here you will learn about the importance of bats, the… Continue reading
Our Humane Rodent Removal Process
Mice are cute little creatures, but they are also destructive when allowed to overwhelm houses. While you can do everything possible to prevent wildlife from entering your property, sometimes animals find a way, which is when you call Coquitlam wildlife control. Having a presence of mice in your home is not the end of the… Continue reading
Did you Know Mating Season Starts in January
Many animals have a specific mating season. Bears tend to mate over the summer, for instance. Skunks and other small mammals typically prefer to mate during spring. Raccoons, a common pest, start mating in January. This date is important because raccoons often seek shelter during this season. Their search can lead them to particular areas… Continue reading
Prevent and Protect Your Home from Rodents
As a homeowner, your thoughts may turn to winter-proofing your property once the cold weather starts to kick in. Canadian winters can bring snow and freezing temperatures, but you might not be the only one looking for a warm home until the spring. Rodents, including rats, mice and squirrels, are more than happy to share… Continue reading
A Closer Look at the Humane Raccoon Removal Process
Raccoons are highly adaptable and resilient. Their intelligence serves them well in almost any setting, so they thrive in dense urban environments just as easily as a thick forest. These trash pandas can also do some substantial damage to your home if they decide to take up residence. Under British Columbia’s Wildlife Act, it is… Continue reading
4 Types of Wildlife That May Make a Home in Your Basement
You may not give your basement much thought beyond using it for storage or perhaps to house your washer or dryer, but there are different types of wildlife that may view it as a haven for nesting and storing food. Many of these animals are clever enough to find a way inside despite your efforts.… Continue reading
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