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Best Ways To Catch A Flying Squirrel
To get rid of a flying squirrel infestation, you will need to use various techniques and traps. There are live traps, one-way exclusion cages, and snap traps, which all utilize a different method of capturing the flying creature. If you are trying to get rid of a flying squirrel infestation, the first thing you need to do is to place deterrents. To help deter a flying mouse or squirrel from coming into your home, you can seal vents and block the entrance to your attic. Alternatively, you can use specialized chimney caps to prevent access to your home.
When setting up your trap, you must understand the behavior of flying squirrels and their home environments. It is important to know that flying squirrels rely on scent to mark their territory. Once you have a good location for a nest, you must stay away from it for a few days to attract it. You can also use peanut butter, sunflower seeds, cornmeal, grains, fruits, and apples for bait. Professional trapping and exclusion devices are best for removing the critters from your home.
How to Trap a Flying Squirrel
Before attempting to trap a flying squirrel, you must first identify its location and remove it. You can also set traps that contain live bait, but they will most likely ignore these traps, so you must be sure that the lure is appealing. In some cases, snap traps may catch a flying squirrel, but these are less than effective and won’t catch the flyers. To be sure that you are catching a flying mouse or squirrel, observe the animal’s path and find all the possible entry and exit points.
If you aren’t able to find the flying squirrel, you may want to put a thick blanket over the trap to deter it. Remember that flyers don’t like the company of humans, and so you should never approach them directly. If you have an active flying squirrel, you can also catch it on film and release it over a body of water. This way, you can make sure it leaves your home.
Once you identify the flying squirrel’s entry point, you can place bait on it to attract it. It may be attracted to the scent of peanut butter or other food, so the bait is essential. Besides, the trap can also be placed in a tree where the flying squirrels won’t be able to escape. This can be a good way to catch a flying squirrel.
It is also important to remember that the flying squirrel’s home range can cover 16 hectares. That’s the equivalent of about 160000 square meters. You may be able to catch a male flying squirrel with a baited trap, but releasing it will only lead to further damage. It’s also possible to use a repellent to scare the flying squirrel away.
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Live traps are another option to catch a flying squirrel. The live traps you buy can be expensive, but they can be very effective. You can purchase a variety of traps at a local animal control store, but you must remember to use a proper humane technique. In addition, it’s important to wear gloves when handling the flying squirrel, because these animals can carry diseases.
When attempting to catch a flying squirrel, make sure you wear gloves and use a repellent if you’ve already spotted the animal. Some of the types of repellents may not be effective at catching flying squirrels. However, they can be effective in reducing a large population. But be sure to use the correct technique to protect your home and your family. If you’re using a kill trap, always remember that the animal will be in an area with the same habitat as humans.
To catch a flying squirrel, you can use a sound device. These devices can be very effective in attracting these pests to your property. You should make sure to use a sound device that is not only sensitive to noise but is also easy to install. If you want to keep your property safe from flying squirrels, consider putting up a fence with a wire mesh that is high enough to prevent access.

Jessica Watson is a PHD holder from the University of Washington. She studied behavior and interaction between squirrels and has presented her research in several wildlife conferences including TWS Annual Conference in Winnipeg.