samedi 27 décembre 2014

Professional Tips To Learn How To Get Rid Of Voles And Moles

By Leonard Hungerford


Small mammals that burrow into the soil can cause havoc on landscaping often leaving home owners at their wits with what to do and how to manage the problem. How to get rid of voles and moles requires identifying the pest and learning to apply methods of control that are specific to each species. These steps can aid in making informed and humane decisions to return your garden to its original state.

A vole is a small mammal that appears similar in size to a field mouse and works to burrow and form tunnels along the garden area and flower beds. These tiny critters remain near the surface of the soil because they feeds on grass, roots, bulbs and plants leading to long lines of upturned soil. These rodents remain largely hidden and therefore it is unlikely that you will be able to identify them by its appearance.

The mole can burrow deep into the ground and form tunnels to reach plant bulbs and insects. A sure sign of a mole infestation include the sight of excavated mounds and soil heaps that form on top of the lawn and look similar to tiny volcanoes. These can also be formed by voles, but to a much smaller extent. Irrespective of which rodent you deal with, you are likely to have several mole and vole holes. It is important to apply elimination techniques that are specific to the animal that has invaded the home.

When it comes to a vole infestation, it is important to take action as soon as possible with natural methods and preventative strategies. A vole colony can cause damage to tree and shrub roots resulting in complete death of the plant and destruction of the landscape. It is important to incorporate methods that are environmentally friendly and will prevent exposing people and pets to toxins.

Habitat modification: A garden should remain weed free and include the removal of different forms of debris that contribute to the ideal habitat for a vole colony. A common method of controlling vole numbers without harsh intervention is to use traps to catch the voles without killing them ... and then to safely remove them from the property. There is the option to use mole, field mice and vole repellents that can be placed on the grass to create an unappealing environment for the animals due to the strong smell of such repellents. These can all be effective ways to get rid of field mice, voles and moles.

A mole population can cause a significant amount of destruction and requires that the correct methods are applied to maintain a healthy garden. In the early hours of the morning when the rodents come up to feed, placing a shovel in the soft mounds and scaring the creatures can prove effective. These animals are highly sensitive to disturbing sounds and will flee from the area.

Mole or vole repellents can avoid the use of mole and vole poison and be placed in strategic areas on the lawn to prevent the animals from spreading into the garden. This includes spraying a solutions across the lawn that will cause temporary discomfort to the rodents. The field mice, voles or moles will soon move on to find another area to nest in, but applications should be implemented with precautionary measures.

A mole or vole colony can prove a major disruption to the garden and requires the correct approach of mole and vole control. Consider environmentally friendly mole and vole elimination methods that are generally also kind and safe to children and pets.




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