Raccoons are nature's ultimate opportunistic feeders. These masked bandids don't just raid trash cans - they're skilled hunters that eat a wide variety of animals throughout North America. What animals do raccoons eat? Raccoons are opportunistic omnivores that hunt and consume small mammals (rats, mice, voles, moles, squirrels, rabbits), birds and their eggs (especially ground-nesting […]

Finding mysterious piles of what looks like sawdust or coffee grounds around your home can be alarming. I've inspected hundreds of homes over the years, and termite droppings are one of the most common signs homeowners discover before realizing they have a serious problem. Termite droppings, called frass, are small pellet-shaped feces that look like […]

Discovering mouse droppings in your kitchen cabinets or hearing scratching sounds in your walls at night triggers immediate action. These unwanted visitors don't just damage property - they contaminate food supplies and spread diseases. I've dealt with mouse infestations in three different homes over the years, and the fastest solution combines three strategies: trapping, sealing […]

After spending nearly a decade studying backyard wildlife behavior, I've learned that understanding what skunks eat is the key to either attracting or deterring them. Most people think skunks just rummage through garbage, but their actual diet is fascinatingly complex. So what do skunks eat? Skunks are omnivores that primarily eat insects and grubs (about […]

Last summer I watched a mother possum lead three babies across my backyard at midnight, stopping to sniff at fallen fruit and investigate a compost pile I'd forgotten to cover. That encounter sparked my curiosity about what these nocturnal visitors actually eat to survive in both wild and urban environments. Possums eat a highly varied […]

I've spent 15 years in the pest control industry, and the first question every homeowner asks is about price. Mouse extermination costs vary wildly, and I've seen quotes ranging from reasonable to outrageous for the exact same service. The average cost of mouse extermination ranges from $150 to $600, with most homeowners paying between $200 […]

Watching squirrels dart around my backyard apple tree has become one of my favorite fall traditions. These agile creatures always find a way to reach the fruit, no matter how I arrange the branches. After observing them for several seasons, I've learned exactly how they interact with apples and what it means for both wildlife […]

Ever watched a squirrel dart across your yard with something in its mouth and wondered what it was carrying? What do squirrels eat? Squirrels are opportunistic omnivores that primarily eat nuts, seeds, fruits, and vegetables, but will also consume insects, eggs, and small animals when available. Their natural diet consists of approximately 60-70% nuts and […]

Ticks are one of the most troublesome pests for homeowners, pet owners, and anyone who enjoys spending time outdoors. These tiny arachnids spread serious diseases including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and babesiosis. Chemical treatments can be expensive and potentially harmful to the environment. Nature provides an effective solution through various animals that naturally […]

Imagine walking through a forest where dragonflies the size of hawks patrol above you. A millipede longer than your car rustles through the underbrush. Cockroaches the size of dinner plates scurry across your path. This was reality on Earth 300 million years ago. The largest prehistoric insect was Meganeuropsis permiana, a giant dragonfly with a […]