Flying
squirrel removal and control services in NJ
"Do Flying Squirrels really fly?"
Flying squirrels aren't like regular squirrels
that you always see normally, and they don't literally
fly either.
The flying squirrel is
smaller than the average squirrel, and it
possesses a gliding membrane, called a patagium, which
allows it to float. This gliding membrane is actually a
fold of skin that extends from the flying squirrel’s
front wrist to the ankle on the hind leg. When it
extends its legs, the membrane unfolds, and forms a keen
gliding surface. The flying squirrel is able to steer
itself by flattening its tail and using it as a rudder
as well as a stabilizer as it soars through the air.
The flying squirrel is a
meticulous eater...
If you are wondering whether flying squirrels inhabit
your area, then take a look at the acorn or hickory nut
shells that you find on the forest floor. Gray Squirrel
crushes and crunch acorn. Flying squirrels cut a smooth
ovular or circular opening in the shell of the nut (like
taking the top off). With a larger or heavier shelled
nut, the flying squirrel will create a second opening,
or cut the entire end of the nut open. Another
distinguishing characteristic of the flying squirrel is
that it is a nocturnal creature for the reason being
that it helps keeping stealth mode.
A squirrel's usual habitat is inside tree cavities in
hardwoods. It enters the smallest of cracks and holes.
They enter the attics through the eaves and sophists.
Problems with Flying Squirrels:
Chew ornamental and potted plants, damages screens, they
may gnaw on wood, electrical wiring and insulation
causing fires.
Main reason why flying squirrels enter homes is to seek
shelter and a hiding place and they like to hide in the
insulation.
Alco Animal & Pest Control provides full flying squirrel
removal and control services in NJ. We are more than happy to inform New Jersey and out of state visitors on these and other
species that (might) cause dangers to their health. We offer great advice and
solutions because we are well certified and informed when it comes to animal control and
the
safety of animals in New Jersey, that is our
main priority.
