grey squirrel

SQUIRRELS – CUTE OR CUNNING?

Posted by debbieandsteve on Feb 27, 2018 in BH postcode, Bournemouth, Christchurch, grey squirrel, pest control, pest prevention, Poole, Ringwood, rodent, squirrel damage, squirrels, Verwood | 0 comments

Take a walk in any area where there are trees and you are sure to spot a grey squirrel. They may look cute as they forage for food, or sit in a tree chewing an acorn, or devouring a tasty morsel stolen from a bird feeder or bin. Do not be fooled! Squirrels are definitely cunning and will use any means possible to search out suitable food sources and nesting sites. Curiosity plays a part, along with determination and of course their strong teeth inherited from the rodent family, which can quickly penetrate most materials. Wheelie bins are no match for constant gnawing and if any food waste is...