Bats are essential to our ecosystem, but when they invade your home, particularly your attic, they can become a serious problem. Attics provide the perfect environment for bats: warm, dark, and quiet. Unfortunately, their presence can lead to damage to wood, drywall, and insulation, as well as health risks from guano and urine, which can…
Bats often make their way into attics in search of shelter, warmth, and a safe place to raise their pups. They can cause structural damage and leave behind foul-smelling waste. With some simple, proactive measures, you can keep bats out of your Connecticut home. Make Sure Your Attic Is Free of Bats before You Bat-Proof…
Having bats living in your attic is a serious problem that needs to be dealt with as soon as possible. Bats pose a health and safety risk to your family, but attempting to get rid of them yourself is not the solution. You should leave that job to a professional. You Can Get Hurt or…
Bats give birth in late spring and early summer. Their pups need a safe place to live when they’re young and not yet able to fly. Mothers often seek shelter inside attics because they are warm and safe places. Bats can leave behind waste and can carry rabies, which is why homeowners who discover bats…
During the winter, bats hibernate. While they’re hibernating, bats need to stay warm and safe, so they seek out sheltered locations that are relatively warm and free of predators. Attics and garages are ideal locations. When Do Bats Hibernate? Bats hibernate from October through spring, but that doesn’t mean that they’re in their inactive torpor…
Bats that are seeking shelter sometimes squeeze through a small opening to get into an attic. They may then make their way into the main living area. If you find a bat inside your home, here are some do’s and don’ts. What to Do If You See a Bat in Your House Get children and…
Bats often look for shelter and warmth inside houses. They can enter through small holes and cracks and may live in groups in attics, between walls, and in other out-of-the way locations. If you have reason to believe that bats are living in your attic, take action immediately. Signs That There Are Bats in Your…
Happy October! Here at Anderson Wildlife we love this time of year. Not just because the temps are starting to cool in Connecticut, but also because it’s a busy time of year for critters and home activity. It’s also Halloween season (who doesn’t love candy and trick or treating?) and more importantly – it’s Bat…
Bats play an important role in the ecosystem. They consume large numbers of insects that can be a nuisance to humans and that can spread diseases in some cases. When bats get into houses, however, they can cause problems for people who live there. Bats can be much more than an annoyance or an inconvenience.…
For most of those people who are in love with all furry creatures, you might not see the difference between cuddling with your cat or picking up a possum in the yard. However there are some things to be aware of when it comes to handling wildlife. Maybe you’re on the other side of the…