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Why are bats protected in Florida?
What’s so special about bats? There seem to be more laws surrounding them than almost any other animal in the state, and yet they seem to be so common. You’ll frequently see them flying around at dusk, so it’s not like there are only 100 bats still living. Why, then, do they need so much […]
Read More about Why are bats protected in Florida?...When Should You Call a Rodent Exterminator?
It might be convenient to ignore the squeaks and scratches coming from the attic. You may even be tempted to pretend you didn’t just see a rat scurry behind the paint shelf in your garage. Who has time to deal with these sorts of things? These signs may be easy to write off once or […]
Read More about When Should You Call a Rodent Exterminator?...How Bat Guano Can Ruin Your Building
Bat guano, as strange as it may seem, has been considered a valuable resource for hundreds of years. It is invaluable for its fertilizing capabilities. Farmers tout guano’s high nitrogen and phosphorous content, which helps plants grow quickly and healthily, while also assisting in the development of strong roots. They also love guano because it […]
Read More about How Bat Guano Can Ruin Your Building...Bat Species Found in Florida
The fear of bats is common, as stories of their blood-sucking tendencies have captured the popular imagination. However, of the 1,000 different species of bat, only three are known to feed on blood, and they are all in Latin America. Florida Bat Species There are 13 different species of bat in Florida, none of which […]
Read More about Bat Species Found in Florida...4 Reasons You Shouldn’t Use Poison for Infestations
A rat is one of the last things you want to find in your home. Seeing 5 or 6 rats is even worse. However many you manage to notice, you can almost surely expect that there are many more. Rodents generally will stay in their hiding spot until nighttime, when they emerge to search for […]
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