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Do squirrels gnaw into the beams and railings of a wooden porch normally or would it be due to insect infestation or other reasons?
Squirrels can do some serious damage to lots of things. I have one that loved to come onto my second story sundeck and rip off pieces of the fabric I used to cover the entire inside of support railings as a privacy measure. It would make a daily mission out of ripping off pieces and carrying them away to build a nest. It also did the same routine you described, which is nest-building behavior, sharping claws, or hunting insects,etc. if your wood is rotting. Solution: Go the the pet store and buy a product called "Bitter Apple" or similar spray. The product is sold to spray onto areas where you want to repel or discourage dogs/cats. It tastes bad, so they leave it alone. I like the "Bitter Apple", because it does not contain any dangerous chemicals like bugs sprays,etc. You may have to reapply a few days in a row, but squirrels have good memories, once they get a taste of it. They will leave it alone (and probably start messing with something else, like your bird feeder, lol)
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Why do squirrels wiggle their tails when they are not motion?
They are displaying ownership of a certain area and for other squirrels to stay away
What are some reasons that explain why flying squirrels are endangered?
They stand more than grey squirrels, so they are noticed more and get killed by predators. The population of red squirrels dropped and the grey squirrels passed on grey genes to their offspring. This is repeated over generations.Hey presto!You have more grey squirrels than red!The main factor is that the Grey Squirrels came over to the UK (I'm not sure where from) and started eating more food then was fair for them, obviously not intentionally because animals don't think in that way. This meant there was a lack of food for the Red Squirrels, and so they became very rare. Although they can still be seen (if you're lucky!) in a few woodlands in the West Country and Scotland.Hope this helped! If so, please support me by recommending me as a contributor. Also, anyone else who may know more about this subject than me, please feel free to add to this answer.Thanks,DB9EDIT:Although the Grey's eat more food than the Red's, this is intentional, as it's part of their competitive nature. Also the introduction of Grey's from America brought the Squirrel Poxvirus with them, which is another large factor to the decline of the Red Squirrel population.zoner9
Squirrels in your yard have suddenly disappeared?
There could be a few reasons why squirrels have suddenly disappeared from your yard. It's possible that there has been a change in their habitat or food sources, they may have been threatened by predators, or they could have migrated due to seasonal changes. Monitoring the situation and offering food sources like nuts or seeds can help attract them back.
Do cats pulling out their hair because they're stressed?
Yes, stress can contribute to cats pulling out their hair. This behavior is known as over-grooming and can be a response to environmental or emotional stressors. If you notice your cat excessively grooming and pulling out their hair, it's important to address the underlying stress and seek guidance from a veterinarian.
Can worms causes a dogs stomach to extend and push the rib cage out?
In very extreme cases, I imagine it's possible, even though I've never seen it personally. If the dog's belly is swelling that badly, there are a bevy or possible reasons; none of them happy ones. Please take that animal to a veterinarian ASAP.
Why are metal railings often outside schools?
At many schools across the world you can find metal railings outside. This is for safety reasons so students can hold on the railings as they exit the buildings.
Why do squirrels wiggle their tails when they are not motion?
They are displaying ownership of a certain area and for other squirrels to stay away
Which animals scratch trees for various reasons?
Some animals that scratch trees for various reasons include bears, deer, and squirrels.
Why do they have slavery?
Normally for economic reasons
Why would an apartment door be taped shut?
Various reasons. Anysort of infestation that could cause.health problems. Or other contaminants.
What are some uses for railing?
A railing is a type of low height barrier, which can be used to keep objects, or people within a certain place. An example of this would be at a supermarket, railings are used to help people identify where to queue. Railings can also be used for safety reasons, for example, they are used on roads so that a vehicle can't veer onto the wrong side of the road and cause a roadside collision.
Why is there a weird worm in my house?
The presence of a strange worm in your house could be due to various reasons such as accidental entry through open doors or windows, infestation in plants or soil brought indoors, or a sign of underlying moisture or sanitation issues attracting pests. It is important to identify and address the root cause to prevent further infestation.
Why do squirrels die and what are the common causes of their mortality?
Squirrels die due to various reasons, with common causes being predation, accidents, disease, and harsh weather conditions. Predators like hawks, owls, and domestic pets pose a threat to squirrels, while accidents such as falls from trees or being hit by vehicles can also lead to their mortality. Additionally, squirrels can succumb to diseases like mange or parasites. Harsh weather conditions, such as extreme cold or heat, can also contribute to their death.
What are the reasons why crops are normally self pollinated?
Because the majority of crops (cereal crops) are wind pollinated.
Why do Squirrels chew branches?
God created things to do things we will never understand and theres a perfectly good reason. but we as humans will never understand. what else are they gona eat besides nuts? we eat more than bread? Squirrels will chew on almost anything including electrical wires. In fact, one of the biggest reasons for blackouts in some areas is squirrels chewing on electric wires. They are one of the biggest pests to the electric companies. The reason for their chewing is that their teeth, unlike human teeth, are constantly growing and getting longer. Therefore, one of the reasons they chew is to grind down their teeth.
What does it mean when he tells you that he can't have kids?
Answer : Normally that he has had a vasectomy. There may be other reasons though so you will have to ask him to find out.
Are one of the major reasons that there is normally no regeneration of nerve fibers in the cns is the presence of growth inhibiting factors?
True
