What Does Squirrel Scat Look Like?
Squirrel feces are comparable in size to jellybeans or raisins and measure from 5–8 mm in length. They usually get sprinkled along the ground as the rodents travel and the droppings easily blend in with the soil, due to their light brown coloration. Since squirrels are tree-dwelling creatures, they will often use hollow crevices in tree trunks as toilets. Droppings are generally pill-shaped and tubular in appearance and may have tapered ends.
Signs of Infestation
Squirrels can be quite destructive and signs of activity include chewed electrical wires and teeth marks on exterior shingling or outdoor furniture. Foul odors emanating from within attics or crawl spaces can be a sign of either scat buildup or dead squirrels that became stuck in a tight spot. Critter Control of West Central Wisconsin specializes in professional removal of pest animals, Contact Us to schedule an appointment!
Hazards of Squirrel Feces
Those attempting to clean up squirrel droppings must take the proper precautions so as not to contract diseases such as typhus, leptospirosis, and tularemia. Wearing rubber gloves and face masks in infested areas will reduce the possibility of breathing in fecal matter or urine. However, until squirrel infestations are removed entirely, clean up efforts are ineffective. Feces will continue to accumulate so long as the animals are present. Therefore, contacting pest control professionals in West Central Wisconsin is the best way to handle both squirrel infestations and the proper cleaning of surrounding areas.
