HUMANE WILDLIFE CONTROL

What Wildlife Are Up To During the Summer Months

As summer settles in, our neighbourhoods come alive with wildlife. With longer days and warmer temperatures, many animals are entering a new stage of their seasonal routines. Young wildlife born in the spring begin to explore their surroundings, while some species continue to give birth well into August. Urban areas provide plentiful food sources and shelter, allowing populations of raccoons, squirrels, skunks, birds, mice, rats, and bats to thrive throughout the summer months.

During June, July, and August, sightings and signs of wildlife activity increase. Squirrels are raising second litters and foraging constantly. Nocturnal raccoons search for food under the cover of darkness and shelter during the heat of the day. Skunks are out with their growing litters, digging into yards in search of food and cooler den sites. Bats are especially active, taking advantage of the booming insect population — and this is a key time for homeowners, as it’s one of the only windows when bats can be safely and humanely removed. Once their pups are raised and able to fly, typically by late summer, we can seal entry points to make sure they do not return in the future. All of these animals use summer as a crucial time to feed, raise their young, and prepare for the colder months ahead.

For homeowners, this can also mean an increase in wildlife issues. Whether it’s bats roosting in the attic, skunks burrowing under a porch, or squirrels nesting behind a wall, summer is a key time to act. Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control is here to help you stay ahead of potential problems with humane, effective, and permanent solutions.