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what do ground squirrels eat

What Do Ground Squirrels Eat? Their 5 Favorite Foods

Ground squirrels are voracious eaters, and they love to chow down on seeds, roots, fruit, insects, and leafy, green vegetation. Part of what makes ground squirrels so challenging to live with is the fact that they love to dig up newly planted seeds in gardens and will quickly destroy even the most manicured outdoor space. Here at Smith’s Pest Management, we help customers in the San Francisco Bay Area get rid of ground squirrels daily, and we know exactly which foods these frustrating, burrowing pests

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How to Trap Ground Squirrels Like a Pro: 6 Easy Steps

Are ground squirrels destroying your yard or garden? If so, you don’t have to sit by and watch the damage continue. By learning how to trap ground squirrels, you can eliminate these destructive rodents and reclaim your outdoor space quickly and easily. In this blog, we’ll teach you the exact trapping techniques we use in the field, so you can do the same. What are the Benefits of Ground Squirrel Traps? Traps are a safe, eco-friendly option that won’t introduce harsh pesticides. Here are a

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How to Keep Ground Squirrels Out of Your Garden

Ground squirrels destroy gardens by eating and damaging plants and ruining seedlings. For over 15+ years, we’ve helped homeowners in the San Francisco Bay Area eliminate burrowing pests. In this blog, we provide our top tips to keep squirrels out of your garden for good. 8 Ways to Keep Ground Squirrels Out of Your Garden Want to get rid of ground squirrels in your garden? Follow these smart tips to keep them out: Natural Deterrents and Repellents Natural deterrents and repellents can be effective options

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do ground squirrels hibernate in the winter

Do Ground Squirrels Hibernate in the Winter? What You Need to Know

Winter has arrived, which means most pests should be taking a break, right? Wrong. If you live in California, one critter you likely won’t get a winter break from is the California ground squirrel. While these rodents may be less visible during the winter, they are no less active. In this blog, we’ll share a few critical California ground squirrel hibernation facts and discuss how you can control these pests on your property during the winter months. Do California Ground Squirrels Hibernate in the Winter?

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