They may be cute and extremely beneficial, but bats have a nasty reputation for being susceptible to rabies. Of course, this reputation is undeserved, but the poop does carry other health concerns. Knowing how to identify and safely remove their poop (also known as guano) is vital to both confirming the presence of bats and … Read more
Raccoons may look cute, but they pose a serious health risk and can be quite vicious if cornered. That’s on top of the damage they can do to your yard. Knowing how to identify their poop is the first step to knowing what critter you’re dealing with so you can form a plan on action … Read more
If you’re anything like Indiana Jones, spotting snake poop could send your ophidiophobia (fear of snakes) into overdrive. But how do you know that pile of poo came from a snake in the first place? Here’s what you need to know about identifying snake poop and removing it safely. What Does Snake Poop Look Like? … Read more
Everyone knows that squirrels are evil and use their cuteness to get away with murder. However, they’re also quite good at sneaking into your home, especially the attic. It can be difficult to tell what’s skittering about, but if you find some poop, the mystery is much easier to solve. Let’s take a closer look … Read more
Skunks are notorious for their nasty smelling spray, but did you know their droppings can also pose health risks? Here’s how to identify skunk poop and what to do if you find it on your property. What Does Skunk Poop Look Like? Skunk droppings have several particular features that can help you identify them: Shape … Read more
There are a lot of fun questions that come up in the pest control world. Some sound like no-brainers, yet result in some very interesting facts, such as when we examined the relationship between cockroaches and shrimp. Others seek to debunk home remedies or verify their effectiveness scientifically. One such question turned out a lot … Read more
If you live here in Florida (or anywhere else lizards are common), you’ll know the frustration of getting house lizards. Getting rid of lizards is difficult because you often don’t even know they’re there. But lizard poop is a dead giveaway once you know what to look for. Let’s look at what lizard droppings look … Read more
Fox are crafty canines that generally eat smaller mammals. Their diet includes frogs, mice, rabbits, crabs, fish and insects. They’re also known to feed on vegetables, seeds, fruits, berries, and other similar things. But they can also be dangerous, especially if you have pets around. Therefore, you would want to get rid of them if they’re entering … Read more
Poop talk! Not a very polite topic to discuss but a pretty necessary one. Today, we’re here to talk about possum droppings. Wild animals, just like us, eat, sleep, and of course, poop. And while possums might not always drop on in when you are around, their scat is usually the proof of their visit. … Read more
Coyotes are considered as one of the most clever beasts of North America. In fact, many Native American nations have stories about the Trickster Coyote who was sometimes too crafty for his own good. They are slightly smaller than their close relatives such as the gray wolf and red wolf. Now, if you want to … Read more