Bird seed doesn't just attract birds. Spilled seed can attract mice and other small wildlife, which may then attract snakes and larger predators. Learn why moving your bird feeder 25–30 feet from your home creates an important wildlife buffer.
Read MoreWhen homeowners hear that an animal has been trapped, one of the first questions is often, “Can’t you just take it somewhere and let it go?” While that sounds compassionate, wildlife research shows that moving an animal far from its home range can expose it to stress, predators, unfamiliar territory, competition, and even death.
Read MoreMice and squirrels don't just make noise inside walls and attics. Their natural gnawing behavior can damage electrical wire insulation, creating expensive repairs and potential electrical hazards. Learn why rodents chew wiring, what the research says about soy-based coatings, and the warning signs homeowners shouldn't ignore.
Read MoreMouse poison may seem like a simple solution, but what happens after a rodent consumes it? Learn about second-generation anticoagulant rodenticides, the risks of secondary poisoning to pets and wildlife, and why Huntsman Wildlife's Rodent Guard program uses physical trapping and exclusion instead of rodenticides.
Read MoreOhio regulates when bats can be evicted from homes to protect maternity colonies, flightless pups, and hibernating bats. Learn when Ohio's bat exclusion restrictions apply, what homeowners can still do during these periods, and how professional bat exclusion can safely and legally solve a bat problem.
Read MoreWildlife problems aren't always visible from a ladder or flashlight. See how Huntsman Wildlife uses infrared imaging, drones, cellular monitoring cameras, inspection cameras, and professional photography to investigate hard-to-find wildlife activity.
Read MoreMice don't randomly choose homes—they're attracted by food, water, shelter, and easy access. Learn seven simple ways to make your property a place mice pass by instead of move into.
Read MoreLearn why heavy rains force Norway rats from Cincinnati's stormwater and combined sewer systems and what homeowners can do to keep them out.
Read MoreSummer is the best time to prevent a winter mouse infestation. Learn how to inspect your garage, seal entry points, and eliminate the conditions that attract mice before cold weather arrives.
Read MoreDiscovering dead birds on your property can indicate disease or environmental issues. Learn why you should report bird mortality to ODNR and why safe, professional removal is essential.
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