Summer is here we’re all coming out from our winter hibernation – and the same goes for many animals. Here’s a list of 17 different kinds of U.S. animals that may invade your garden during this time of year.
#1 Ants
Ants come inside seeking food and moisture, so keeping your kitchen clean and sealing entry points can help keep them out.
#2 Mosquitoes
Since mosquitoes breed in standing water, removing any stagnant water sources around your property will help reduce their numbers.
#3 Flies
Attracted to food waste and other decaying materials, maintaining tightly sealed garbage and using fly traps can deter flies from lingering.
#4 Mice
These small rodents seek food and shelter, so storing food in sturdy containers and sealing gaps in your home’s exterior can prevent entry.
#5 Raccoons
With a penchant for garbage and food, securing your trash cans with locking lids and keeping pet food inside will discourage raccoon visits.
#6 Squirrels
Squirrels may invade attics or garages to nest, so trim tree branches away from your house and cover any external openings with mesh.
#7 Spiders
Drawn indoors in search of prey and cooler environments, keeping your home free of insects and clearing out webs will lessen spider infestations.
#8 Wasps
Wasps look for food and nesting sites, so eliminating food sources outside and sealing off entry points can help keep them at bay.
#9 Cockroaches
Cockroaches thrive in moist, dark areas, so keeping your home dry and clean and using traps can help control their population.
#10 Chipmunks
Attracted to gardens and potential nesting sites, moving bird feeders away and sealing up foundations can prevent chipmunk invasions.
#11 Snakes
Snakes may enter homes in search of food or cooler areas; keeping your yard clear of debris and trimming tall grasses can make your property less appealing.
#12 Bats
Seeking attics and similar structures to roost, sealing potential entry points and offering alternative roosting options like bat houses can divert bats from your home.
#13 Bees
Bees may swarm and establish new colonies around homes, especially in walls or attic spaces. Keep an eye on early hive formations and make sure to call a professional beekeeper for safe removal if they get too large.
#14 Skunks
Known for their pungent spray, skunks often burrow under decks or porches; blocking access to these areas and removing sources of food can keep skunks at bay.
#15 Opossums
Opossums look for food and shelter, particularly in garages and under houses; securing garbage, pet food, and access points can discourage their visits.
#16 Frogs
Attracted to moist environments, frogs may settle in yards with ponds or lush vegetation; reducing water features and keeping yards tidy can limit their presence.
#17 Deer
Deer venture into gardens to feed on plants, especially during dry periods; using deer-resistant plants and installing physical barriers like tall fences can protect your garden from deer damage.
Animals That May Invade Your Garden: Conclusion
Although all of these animals are amazing to witness from a distance, they’re not quite as thrilling to have in your garden. With these tips, you can hopefully keep your garden safe – while respecting the animal kingdom at the same time, of course.
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