Porcupine quills can kill a human or pets (dogs, cats, tigers, lions etc) if left too long inside the body. The quills carry bacteria that lead to infection and when not treated, the individual can become sick and die. The quills are not poisonous or venomous but can cause infections, which can lead to life-threatening … Read more
Healthy raccoons do not attack people. However, a cornered or threatened raccoon may attack if you don’t back off. Sometimes, a raccoon will bluff if you try to approach it. Then proceed to growling, huffing, grunting, standing up aggressively to intimidate you. If that fails, it may charge at you or run away. Are Raccoons … Read more
When it comes to holes, there are big and then there are vole-sized. Voles are small mammals that can easily fit into spaces much smaller than their bodies, but just how small can these critters get? What size hole can a vole fit through? Let’s find out. A vole’s average adult body length is about … Read more
It’s a familiar scene. One minute they’re angrily buzzing around your picnic basket or soda can on a hot summer day. But as soon as storm clouds roll in, those pesky wasps seem to disappear. So where exactly do wasps go when heavy rains set in? Understanding more about wasp behavior and biology during storms … Read more
For thousands of years, Highland cows have been prized as one of the finest dairy animals available to European farmers. These Scottish cattle are known for their lean meat and high-quality dairy, making them highly sought-after for farms that rely on both. But how much does a Highland cow cost? Read on to find out … Read more
Skunks eat fish such as Koi, sardines, Tuna etc. But, will only go after aquatic animals like fishes, snails, frogs, etc. when there is a shortage of land-based foodstuffs. Do Skunks Eat Pond Fish? By nature, skunks are omnivores, and part of their diet consists of pond fish. They would likely eat any fish if … Read more
Hello bug busters, and welcome back to our blog! If you’re new here, we’re glad to have you aboard. As experienced exterminators, we love sharing our knowledge and insights into the fascinating world of pest control. Today, we’re shedding light on a topic that’s both intriguing and practical: which bugs can be defeated by soapy … Read more
Raccoons can dig and burrow cone-shaped holes that are three to four inches wide, or even up to ten inches in your yard, garden or lawn for grubs, insects, other food, or shelter. Do Raccoons Dig Holes? Yes, raccoons dig holes in your lawns to feed on the grubs living there. The most effective means … Read more
We all know that fish poop just like humans, but what about farting? Do fish fart? Does fish pee come out like it does in the movies, and if so, how do they aim? Let’s answer these questions once and for all! Read on to find out. Fish do not need to fart because their … Read more
Raccoons can swim in pools, ponds, creeks, underwater, oceans and in lakes to hunt and feed on prey such as frogs, insects, shellfish, and even fish. Raccoons are actually quite excellent swimmers, making them unwanted quests in your swimming pool and fish ponds. This can happen because the raccoon is looking to capture something that … Read more