As the weather keeps heating up, snakes in the New York/New Jersey area will become more active. There are 22 snake species in New Jersey, and 17 in New York. Of them 2 venomous ones are in NJ, and 3 in NY. The Northern Copperhead and [...]
Spring is a time when most of the wild animals in our area begin to reproduce and create the next generation of pest animals. Squirrels breed during both the early Spring and late Summer. Squirrels that reproduce near your home will only bring forth more and [...]
After enjoying the sunny and 70 degree weather in the past few weeks, the recent cold snap and snowfall is a real disappointment. But, this batch of snowfall can help you discover if there may be a pest problem in or around your home. While we [...]
Opossums can be a big problem for homeowners. They go through your garbage and get trash all over your lawn. They like to make their homes in bushes, sheds, and abandoned burrows of other animals. They aren’t picky eaters, gnawing on anything that remotely resembles food. [...]
Springtime is almost upon us. The trees will regrow leaves, flowers blossom, and birds return from their Winter migration. While that may all sound good, flocks of birds looking for roosts and building nests can be a problem for homeowners as well as business owners. Most [...]
Last week, 3 people in the Bronx were diagnosed with a disease called Leptospirosis. This disease is carried by rats and is often spread via contact with urine. One has died and the other 2 are in the hospital due to the disease. New York City [...]
Rabbits as pets can be cute, but they can be real pests. They don’t invade homes often, but they can be bothersome in backyards. If you have planters or a garden, rabbits may eat some of the plants. Rabbits can also dig burrows or take shelter [...]
While the chipmunks we see on TV might be cute and cuddly (and sing), the real ones can be problematic for homeowners. Chipmunks are small rodents that can do a lot of damage to homes and gardens. Chipmunks do not hibernate in the winter, but instead [...]
Groundhog day is coming up soon; but one thing you don’t want is for one to pop up in your lawn or garden. Groundhogs can be a problematic pest, as they dig holes in your lawn and burrow under patios. Holes made by groundhogs can cause [...]
Now that the holidays over, Winter is in full swing. While some bats migrate to the South to escape the harsh weather, other colonies try to outlive the cold by hibernating, often by invading homes. Bat colonies that roost in your attic or crawl space can [...]