Wildlife Management

In Northwest Washington, several wildlife species are commonly encountered and may require management or control due to their potential to damage property, pose health risks, or disrupt daily life. Here's a list of the most common wildlife species in the region that may need professional control or removal:

Raccoons 🦝

Raccoons are notorious for raiding attics, basements, and trash cans. They can cause significant damage to your home by chewing on insulation, wires, and wood. They are also known carriers of diseases like rabies and leptospirosis.

Squirrels 🐿️

Squirrels, particularly tree squirrels and ground squirrels, often make their way into attics, walls, and other hidden areas of homes. They can cause substantial damage by chewing on wires, insulation, and wood.

Skunks 🦨

Skunks are known for their strong-smelling spray, which they use as a defense mechanism. They often seek shelter under decks, porches, or in attics, creating messes and potential health risks with their scent and waste.

Opossums

Opossums are opportunistic feeders and will take shelter in attics, basements, or under homes. While they are relatively non-aggressive, they can spread disease and parasites, and they can also damage insulation and other building materials.

Bats 🦇

Bats are protected wildlife, but they can cause problems if they roost in your home or building. Bat droppings (guano) can accumulate and pose health risks, including the spread of diseases like histoplasmosis. Bats are often found in attics and under eaves.

Mice and Rats 🐁🐀

Rodents like house mice and Norway rats are common invaders in homes and businesses. They cause damage by gnawing on electrical wires, insulation, and even food packaging. Rodents also pose health risks through the transmission of diseases such as hantavirus and leptospirosis.

Beavers

Beavers can cause significant damage to your property, particularly if you live near a water source. They are known for felling trees and building dams that can cause flooding, erosion, and infrastructure damage.

Coyotes 🐺

Coyotes are more commonly seen in rural and suburban areas of Whatcom County. They may prey on small pets or livestock and cause damage to gardens and crops. Though they are generally shy, they can become more aggressive if they feel threatened.

River Otters 🦦

River otters are found near streams, rivers, and wetlands in Whatcom County and Birch Bay . They can damage property by burrowing under buildings or docks and can also be destructive to fish ponds or irrigation systems.

Moles 🦔

Moles are underground burrowers that can wreak havoc on lawns and gardens. Their tunneling disrupts the root systems of plants and leaves unsightly mounds of dirt on your property.

(Roof Rats and Norway Rats) 🐀

Rats are often found living in attics, basements, or sewers. They are destructive and can contaminate food, insulation, and wiring. Roof rats prefer higher areas, such as attics, while Norway rats are more commonly found in lower areas, like basements or crawl spaces.

Why Professional Wildlife Control is Important in Northwest Washington

While many of these wildlife species are a natural part of the region's ecosystem, their presence in or around your home or business can lead to problems. G Green Inc. Pest and Wildlife Management provides professional wildlife control services to safely and effectively address these challenges. Whether it's protecting your home from the damage caused by squirrels, raccoons, or moles, or removing larger animals like beavers or river otters, we have the expertise and tools needed to handle the situation.

Contact Us for Wildlife Control in Bellingham and Beyond!

If you're dealing with any of the wildlife species mentioned above, don't hesitate to reach out to G Green Inc. Our team is ready to assist you with professional, humane wildlife removal and prevention solutions. Get in touch today to schedule an inspection or consultation!