In Ontario there is a few different kinds of squirrels and chipmunks. The main three we deal with are Eastern Gray Squirrel, Pine Squirrel and Chipmunks. Fox squirrels occur in Ontario but not in an abundant population. Flying squirrels are common over much of Ontario but we rarely deal with them.
Eastern Gray Squirrels are normally gray or black but also can be a grayish red. Gray squirrels are larger than pine squirrels or chipmunks. They are very common in Suburban parts of Ontario and are moving into more rural areas. They spend most of their time in trees like the pine squirrel.
Pine squirrels or commonly called red squirrels because of their colour. They are smaller then gray squirrels and slightly bigger than chipmunks.
Chipmunks are the smallest of the three. They are distinguishable by their brown and black stripes down their body and across their face. Chipmunks spend most of their time on the ground but can climb.
Squirrels and chipmunks can be found living inside structures. This is why we receive most of our calls about them. Squirrels generally enter higher on the structure. Due to their rodent nature squirrels need to gnaw. This causes damage to a structure’s aesthetics, but also can be a safety concern if they chew wiring. Squirrels can build significant nests and will store food in the structures they are living. Squirrels are known to live in the attic, ceiling and walls of homes. Chipmunks usually enter lower on a structure, but can enter higher up to the roofline. Chipmunks also store large amounts of nuts and seeds. These food caches can be attractants for other rodents like mice and rats. Chipmunks may also cause problems eating flowers or bulbs in gardens. Their burrows may affect walkways or retaining walls.
Chipmunks or squirrels don’t pose an immediate health risk to humans. They do carry ticks and large amounts of their droppings could carry diseases.
We have many solutions to chipmunk and squirrel problems. Trapping is the most effective method to removing the problem animals. Exclusion must be done yet to keep the problem from reoccurring. One-way doors can also be used. This increases the chances of the animal chewing back in. Often in another location or will move the problem animal to another structure. We do not relocate squirrels or chipmunks. It is not humane for the animals, can spread diseases and often the animals become someone else’s problem. Our first steps in any squirrel or chipmunk case, is to remove any feeding or bird feeders. If that can't be done at least moving it farther away from the structure they are entering will help. Trimming back any tree limbs overhanging or growing up the structure. Removing to at least 5 feet away, can also prevent or discourage animal problems. Chipmunks also use wood and brush piles. Making sure not to pile things too close to the structure will also help.
Eastern Gray Squirrels are normally gray or black but also can be a grayish red. Gray squirrels are larger than pine squirrels or chipmunks. They are very common in Suburban parts of Ontario and are moving into more rural areas. They spend most of their time in trees like the pine squirrel.
Pine squirrels or commonly called red squirrels because of their colour. They are smaller then gray squirrels and slightly bigger than chipmunks.
Chipmunks are the smallest of the three. They are distinguishable by their brown and black stripes down their body and across their face. Chipmunks spend most of their time on the ground but can climb.
Squirrels and chipmunks can be found living inside structures. This is why we receive most of our calls about them. Squirrels generally enter higher on the structure. Due to their rodent nature squirrels need to gnaw. This causes damage to a structure’s aesthetics, but also can be a safety concern if they chew wiring. Squirrels can build significant nests and will store food in the structures they are living. Squirrels are known to live in the attic, ceiling and walls of homes. Chipmunks usually enter lower on a structure, but can enter higher up to the roofline. Chipmunks also store large amounts of nuts and seeds. These food caches can be attractants for other rodents like mice and rats. Chipmunks may also cause problems eating flowers or bulbs in gardens. Their burrows may affect walkways or retaining walls.
Chipmunks or squirrels don’t pose an immediate health risk to humans. They do carry ticks and large amounts of their droppings could carry diseases.
We have many solutions to chipmunk and squirrel problems. Trapping is the most effective method to removing the problem animals. Exclusion must be done yet to keep the problem from reoccurring. One-way doors can also be used. This increases the chances of the animal chewing back in. Often in another location or will move the problem animal to another structure. We do not relocate squirrels or chipmunks. It is not humane for the animals, can spread diseases and often the animals become someone else’s problem. Our first steps in any squirrel or chipmunk case, is to remove any feeding or bird feeders. If that can't be done at least moving it farther away from the structure they are entering will help. Trimming back any tree limbs overhanging or growing up the structure. Removing to at least 5 feet away, can also prevent or discourage animal problems. Chipmunks also use wood and brush piles. Making sure not to pile things too close to the structure will also help.
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Nuisance Wildlife Control INC is proud to offer our expert Residential and Corporate Services for Squirrels and Chipmunks.
List of Services: Our Local Service Areas for Squirrels and Chipmunks includes: Athens, Brockville, Iroquois, Kemptville, Mallorytown, Morrisburg, Prescott, Smiths Falls, Spencerville, Winchester and Surrounding Areas!
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