Flying Squirrels – the quiet home invaders.

Flying Squirrels: Your Uninvited Nocturnal Roommates Flying squirrels are like the ninjas of the squirrel worldโ€”stealthy, nocturnal, and surprisingly skilled at gliding. These tiny daredevils use a built-in “squirrel suit” called the patagium to glide from tree to tree. While their aerial antics may seem charming, these rodents can be a real nuisance when they … Read more

Geese – The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

Understanding Goose Control: Balancing Benefits and Challenges Geese, particularly the Canada goose, are often seen as a charming aspect of local wildlife, gracing our parks, ponds, and open spaces with their presence. These birds offer a number of ecological and aesthetic benefits, but their increasing numbers in urban and suburban areas can pose significant challenges. … Read more

Busy Beavers and the Trouble They Cause

The Impact of Beavers: Why Professional Pest Control is Essential Beavers are often celebrated for their role in creating wetlands and maintaining biodiversity. However, these industrious rodents can also cause significant environmental and structural damage. Understanding the potential negative impacts of beavers and recognizing the importance of professional pest control is crucial for homeowners and … Read more

It’s Snake Season! Here’s what to do!

We have gathered our advice we give to clients here to help prevent unnecessary risk during the snake season. Creating a beautiful yard that also discourages snakes from taking up residence is achievable with thoughtful landscaping choices and regular maintenance. By selecting the right ground cover, managing vegetation, and making strategic landscaping decisions, you can … Read more

Common Attic Invaders in North Georgia (Rodents)

Your attic can be an inviting space for various pests seeking shelter, warmth, and food. Among the most common invaders are rodents, the grey squirrels, flying squirrels, rats, and mice. While they might seem similar at a glance, these creatures have distinct characteristics and behaviors. Understanding these differences is crucial for effective pest control. Grey … Read more

Are Mice invading your home? North Georgiaโ€™s Homeowners battle againstย nature.

In North Georgia, we have been providing Mouse Trapping services for 15 years and found several species of mice and similar rodents. Some of the most common species of mice include: House Mouse, White-footed Mouse, Deer Mouse & Cotton Mouse.ย  Not that the type of mouse matters when they are running around your attic but … Read more

Snake Control in North Georgia

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As a nuisance wildlife control company in North Georgia, Southern Wildlife Management has dealt with numerous cases involving snakes. We find ourselves providing snake removal & snake control services multiple times a day during the snake season. We have found that the most common snakes found from Johns Creek to Dawsonville, Georgia are the copperhead, … Read more

Spring is for Squirrels –

Grey squirrels are a common sight in urban and suburban areas throughout North America, but despite their cute and fuzzy appearance, they can be a nuisance to homeowners and gardeners. In this article, we’ll explore the habitat, behaviors, diet, and mating cycle of grey squirrels to help you better understand these animals and how to … Read more

Bats in the Gable Vent – Bat Removal Services

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Before you hire someone, hopefully, a professional to perform bat removal services please understand that bats are a protected species – both Federal & State, in Georgia.ย  The bat maternity season has recently changed to April 1st – July 31st.ย  During that time we are not allowed to remove the bats unless we can verify … Read more