What to Use to Trap a Squirrel in a Cage 
There are several options when it comes to what to use to trap a squirrel in the cage. Some options include Peanut Butter, Fruit, Sticky bait, and Repeater traps. Here are some suggestions to make your life a little easier:
Peanut butter
A simple, yet effective way to trap squirrels is to use peanut butter. Peanut butter is very cheap and easily available at any grocery store. You can purchase a jar of peanut butter for less than $5, and simply spread the jar on a pressure plate to trap the squirrel. The squirrels won’t be able to get at the peanut butter, but it will likely trigger the trap. It’s a very effective way to get rid of squirrels.
Another method for catching squirrels is to place nuts and seeds in the trap. Squirrels are often drawn to nuts, and if you have bird feeders, you can use birdseed instead of peanut butter. Birdseed and nuts are very tasty, and squirrels will be attracted to the sweet smell of almond extract. This method works for many different types of squirrels, and it will be easy to use if you follow the directions carefully.
Fruit
A great way to get a squirrel to enter a live trap is to put some bait in it. Fruit, especially oranges, work well as bait because they contain water. Moreover, they can be used as one-way traps. Alternatively, you can use a peanut butter lure. Regardless of the type of bait, it must be placed in a position that a squirrel cannot easily reach from the outside.
Peanut butter and unsalted nuts can be very effective trapping bait. These items are very tasty for squirrels and can be placed on the cage’s sides. You can also use acorns or walnuts to catch a squirrel. These items can be very tasty, and the best part is that squirrels will be trapped within minutes. Other fruits that can be used as trap bait include oranges, almonds, popcorn, or nuts that have been shelled and unsalted.
Sticky bait
You can use a pressure plate to lure a squirrel into a trap. Mix molasses with peanut butter or jam to make a sticky bait. Place the bait in a PVC pipe above the trap’s pressure plate. The bait should be large enough to prevent a squirrel from dragging it out of the trap. Another bait option is popcorn balls studded with peanuts. These tasty treats will draw a squirrel into the trap.
If you have a pet squirrel, you may be interested in releasing it into a wild environment. Squirrels can be destructive, destroying wiring and plumbing. They also leak urine, which is not only unhealthy for you, but can attract more rodents to your property. To prevent the spread of the rodents’ urine, make sure the trap is carefully maintained. For the best results, hang the trap in an inconspicuous location and make sure it is well-placed. In case the squirrels still do not come to the trap, bend the trap a little so that it is out of their way.
Repeater traps
A repeater trap is a simple and effective way to catch squirrels. These devices work by activating a weight trigger which opens a cage door in a single direction. The trap door will not open in any other direction and the squirrels will be unable to escape. Repeater traps have one or two doors, depending on the size of the cage. You must check the trap regularly to ensure that it remains in good working condition.
You can install a squirrel trap in your attic or on the roof. You can also mount it on the outside of your house. Once you’ve caught a few squirrels, you can move the trap to a different location and wait a few days before moving it back. You can also place a dead animal in the trap to keep the other squirrels from entering. But don’t let the dead animal remain in the trap for long, as this will discourage future squirrels from entering.
Live traps
There are several different types of live animal traps available to capture squirrels. While some people use poison to kill ground squirrels, this is not an effective method. You must be patient and wear protective gear while using this method. A humane way to catch squirrels is to use a live animal cage. These cages have a one-way door for squirrel exclusion. Alternatively, you can purchase a simple cage or kill trap.
Live animal traps are made of solid-walled plastic or steel bars. To effectively catch squirrels, the cage should be large enough to hold the animals. You need a cage that is at least five inches tall and sixteen inches wide. If the cage is too small, squirrels will be unable to fit through the door and will attempt to escape by slamming against walls and trying to break free. Depending on the species of animal, you can use an anti-coagulant bait to make them unable to escape. You can also use chlorophacinone or diphacinone as bait.
What do you need to trap a squirrel in a cage?
A Cage Bait and a trigger.
What is the best type of cage to use to trap a squirrel?
A live trap is the best type of cage to use because it is the most humane.
Where should you place the cage?
Place the cage close to where the squirrel is seen regularly and make sure to conceal it well.
What is the best type of bait to use?
The best type of bait to use is either food that the squirrel is attracted to or a decoy.
What is the best type of trigger to use?
The best type of trigger to use is a stick or a string attached to the door of the cage.
How do you set the trigger?
The trigger is set by baiting the trap and positioning the stick or string so that the door will close when the squirrel takes the bait.
How do you know if the trap is working?
You will know the trap is working if the door to the cage is closed and there is a squirrel inside.
How do you release the squirrel?
You release the squirrel by taking it at least a mile away from your home and letting it go.
What should you do if the trap doesn’t work?
If the trap doesn’t work check the bait trigger and position of the cage.
If everything is in order try a different type of trap.
What should you do if you catch a baby squirrel?
If you catch a baby squirrel you should contact a wildlife rehabilitator as soon as possible.
What should you do if you catch a sick or injured squirrel?
If you catch a sick or injured squirrel you should contact a wildlife rehabilitator as soon as possible.
What should you do if you catch a mother squirrel with her babies?
If you catch a mother squirrel with her babies you should contact a wildlife rehabilitator as soon as possible.
What should you do if you have questions or need help?
If you have questions or need help you should contact a wildlife rehabilitator or a wildlife control company.
What should you do with the trap after you’re done using it?
After you’re done using it you should clean the trap and put it away until you need it again.
What are some of the other ways to get rid of squirrels?
Some of the other ways to get rid of squirrels are to scare them away to remove their food sources and to seal up entry points to your home.
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.
