Critter Answers

Can’t find how an animal is getting inside? I’ll show you where to check and the clues that can reveal a hidden wildlife entry point.

Hear chewing inside your walls? Mice, rats, and squirrels are common suspects. Here’s how I narrow it down and what damage to check for.

Gray treefrogs show up on houses, porches, decks, and fences for good reasons. Learn what attracts them and whether you should worry.

Hear a thumping noise in your attic? Raccoons, opossums, and squirrels can sound surprisingly heavy. Here’s how to narrow it down.

The best live trap bait depends on the animal. Here’s what works for squirrels, chipmunks, rats, and other small nuisance animals.

Gray and Cope’s gray treefrogs look nearly identical. Learn why color won’t settle it and how their calls can reveal which frog you found.

Found a hole beside or under your house? Size, dirt, tracks, location, and other clues can reveal what animal is using it.

Animal ignoring your live trap? The bait may not be the problem. Placement, trap movement, food, sizing, and cage shyness matter too.