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Avoiding Wildlife Conflicts
The key to avoiding problem wildlife encounters is keeping unwanted
wildlife out of homes, buildings and yards. Here are some tips:
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Do not feed wildlife. Feeding songbirds is okay, but be aware
it may attract other animals. Place bird feeders where they are
not accessible to other wildlife species. Wild animals are capable
of finding plenty of food on their own.
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Cover window wells with commercially available grates or bubbles,
or make a cover yourself using quarter-inch hardware cloth or
chicken wire.
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Close holes around and under the foundation of your home so that
animals will not be tempted to homestead. Bury wire mesh 1 to
2 feet deep in places where animals might gain access.
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Store your garbage in a garage or shed. Keep garbage inside until
trash collection day..
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Keep pet food inside.
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If birds are flying into windows, mark them with strips of white
tape or with raptor silhouettes.
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Fence gardens and cover fruit trees with commercially available
netting to protect your harvest.
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Use wildlife-proof chimney caps and inspect all vents for proper
screening to prevent wildlife entry. Seal all cracks and holes
in foundations plus windows and doors to keep out rats, mice bats
and snakes..
Click on these tips for more information:
- Information provided by the Colorado Division
of Wildlife, with additional information from Urban Wildlife Rescue,
Inc.
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