The crisp, cool days of fall signal change. We, humans, relish in the break from the hot and humid days of a Midwest summer yet understand that the harsh and colder winter is just around the corner. We begin to mentally and physically prepare ourselves for what’s to come, and we start the work of… Continue reading
About the author: Marcus is the owner and operator of Skedaddle Humane Wildlife Control – Milwaukee. Born and raised in Milwaukee, Marcus combines the academic training (M.S. Wildlife Biology, UW Madison) with the field training and skills to be successful in resolving wildlife conflict for home and business owners.
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Madison Wildlife Prevention: Can You Get Sick When a Skunk Sprays?
Skunk odors are almost legendary. Strangely enough, skunk spray is never used between two skunks; it’s only used against predators. This musk is strong enough to keep a bear, coyote or horned owl away. Most skunks use their spray sparingly because they don’t have an unlimited supply. It takes time to make the liquid, and… Continue reading
Building Bat Boxes To Help Protect a Declining Bat Population
Bats tend to get a bad rap when it comes to how the general population views them. Pop culture demonizes bats and tells us to fear them, but these mammals are largely misunderstood. They provide invaluable ecosystem services. We depend on them for a healthy environment and for the food we put on our plates.… Continue reading
Is There a Scent that Will Repel Mice?
Mice have a powerful sense of smell, so it’s only natural to consider resorting to powerful scents as a deterrent. Whether you’re telling a mouse to scurry or preventing a furry intruder from setting up a home in the first place, find out more about effective prevention and mouse removal strategies for your home in… Continue reading
Madison Wildlife Removal: Why Are Raccoons Digging up My Lawn?
Raccoons are intelligent, tenacious and resilient. Although these characteristics make these animals interesting and impressive, they also make them frustrating for homeowners to deal with. You may find that these curious critters are digging up your lawn. This can be a challenging problem to handle without professional help. Understanding why they are digging is the… Continue reading
