Opossums are not aggressive towards humans and prefer to avoid contact with people. They are rarely seen since they are nocturnal and typically only den in one area for a few days before moving to a new place. Like other mammals, opossums need food, water, and shelter to survive. They will stay in one location …
As opportunistic scavengers, the diet of the opossum is incredibly varied. Their omnivorous diet includes insects, ticks, small rodents, frogs, birds, and berries. In residential neighborhoods, opossums forage for vegetables, fruits, garbage, bird seed, and pet food. Fresh meat and roadkill are also dietary staples. The opossum diet changes slightly depending on the season. For example, …
Opossums have not been a problem in Toronto but over the last ten years, their population has increased. Canadian winters have kept the pests away but that is changing. Opossums and Cold Weather An opossum faces dire conditions during colder months. The chilly weather usually leads to frostbite on its hairless tail, paws, or ears. …
Opossums are the only marsupials in North America, and their population is on the rise in Toronto. Generally, no opossums are not directly dangerous to people and pets. When encountered directly, the creatures hiss and growl. Even though they have sharp teeth and claws, opossum attacks are rare and unlikely. The main defence mechanism is pretending …
Nuisance wildlife and rodents become a problem when they establish themselves in your home or on your property. They can pose a danger to you and your family and damage your house. These critters have adapted to live within a human environment. They need resources to satisfy their basic needs like food, water, and shelter. …
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When squirrels get in your walls, it won’t take long for you to notice their presence. You may hear them communicating with chatters, chirps, whistles, barks, and squeaks. Other distinctive squirrel sounds in walls include rustling, possibly of materials they use to build a nest. You can hear their feet scurrying across the floor and …
Raccoon populations are rising across the Canada, creating problems for homeowners. Raccoons are attracted to properties with plentiful food sources, like citrus and other fruit trees, gardens, and access to garbage. They also love water, like swimming pools, ponds, and fountains. You will notice specific signs of raccoons on or near your property. When you …
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Raccoons have several attributes that make them fascinating and intimidating. They are highly intelligent, clever, and curious. When searching for food, their nimble hands allow them access to food you think is secure in a trash can. Raccoons are agile and can climb almost any surface. While they struggle to climb smooth, vertical structures, they …
Marmot populations are rising in Vancouver. In your yard, they may search for food, water, and shelter in rural and urban neighborhoods. They can cause damage to your lawn, garden, home, and automobile. Learning about marmot control in Vancouver, British Columbia, is crucial to developing a strategy to manage them so they don’t destroy your …
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Squirrels might be adorable when scampering about the yard, but they quickly lose their charm when living within a home’s walls or attic. These energetic and nimble creatures excel at climbing and leaping. As urban and suburban areas grow, their habitats shrink, making them accustomed to living amongst people. When they need a warm, secure …
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