Raccoons are some of the most vocal wildlife you might encounter! 🦝 These critters use over 200 different sounds to communicate. Some of the most common include:
🔹 Purring
🔹 Chittering
🔹 Growling
🔹 Snarling
🔹 Hissing
🔹 Whimpering
🔹 Screeching
Hearing these noises around your home? You might have a raccoon visitor!
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🔊 Strange sounds coming from your chimney? You might have raccoon kits! Female raccoons seek out safe, enclosed spaces—like chimneys—to raise their young.
If you hear mewing, crying, chittering, or whining, there’s a good chance a raccoon family has moved in. Check out this video of kits found in a chimney stack!
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What's that noise in your attic or walls? 🐀 Scratching, gnawing, and rustling sounds could mean rats have moved in!
While their squeaks and chirps are mostly ultrasonic, their movement gives them away. Don’t let them settle in—Critter Control is here to help! 🏡
To learn more about rat sounds, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/rats/rat-noises/
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Love is in the air! 🦨 Skunk breeding season runs from February to mid-March, and these critters are on the move—often near your home.
Keep an eye out for tracks and the strong odor they leave behind. Skunks spray while searching for mates, as well as when males become territorial or feel threatened. Don’t let skunk season become a nuisance—Critter Control is here to help!
👉 Want to learn more? Visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/blog/skunk-in-yard/
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February is Black History Month—a time to honor the past, celebrate achievements, and inspire the future. We reflect on the resilience and remarkable contributions of African Americans throughout history. Let this month reaffirm our commitment to celebrating diversity, fostering inclusion, and strengthening unity within our communities and teams!
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🐍 Did You Know? Snakes can climb into your attic! As ambush hunters, they go where their prey lives—often following rats and mice, which frequently nest in attics. Snakes use the same entry holes rodents create to find their way inside.
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To learn more, visit: https://www.crittercontrol.com/wildlife/snakes/snake-in-attic/
🎥 Watch this mole in action! These critters are known for burrowing, effortlessly moving soil to create tunnels and molehills. While it can be fascinating to see, their activity can cause problems—but don’t worry, we’re here to help!
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This Friday the 13th, don’t let superstitions—or bats—take over your home! 🦇 If you’re hearing rustling, smelling ammonia, or spotting greasy rub marks, bats could be the cause. Our experts specialize in safe and humane wildlife removal, so the only thing that lingers past the 13th is peace of mind. Call us today!
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Don't let small signs go unnoticed! Our latest bat inspection reveals how even the tiniest clues can signal a bat entry. Watch our video from the owner of Critter Control of New Hampshire as he explains the bat inspection process!
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Did you know some bats can catch over 1,000 bugs an hour? These natural pest control allies will consume bugs like mosquitoes, moths, beetles, and crickets. But even with these benefits, you shouldn't ignore bats living in your attic. Their guano can spread diseases and cause physical damage to your home.
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