I have been privileged this summer to watch families from five species of woodpecker, hairy, downy, red-breasted, flicker, and red-bellied, raise their young. What particularly intrigues me about them is their chatter. I love to listen to the parents and young ones interact. Each one is distinctive and fascinating. When Mom comes to feed, the […]
Right now the second nesting of birds and squirrels are fledging. If you come across one that you think needs help, take these three actions. Keep it warm. Fill a pop bottle with hot water, cover it with a towel, and place that near the baby in a box. Call me at (715) 832-1462. Refrain […]
If you have wildlife, any wildlife, hanging around that you do not want, the best way to get rid of them is with noise. Wildlife do not like noise. From a mouse to a bear, noise will prompt wildlife to leave an area. The only caution is do not make the noise continuously. If you […]
I’ve been getting a lot of calls lately about turtles. This time of year they get in trouble searching for a place to lay their eggs. Sadly that is often crossing the road. One lady who called had found a pile of eggs. “What do I do with them?” she wondered. “Bury them in some […]