Wildlife Resources
Wildlife Resources for Tennessee Homeowners
37 plain-English guides on signs, seasons, safety, Tennessee rules and prevention. Read first, call when you need us.
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Identify the Animal
Sounds, signs, droppings and tracks
Identify the AnimalWhat Animal Is in My Attic? Sounds, Signs and Timing
When something is moving above your ceiling, the time of day and the sound are your best clues. Here is how to read them before you call.
Read the guideIdentify the AnimalDroppings Guide: What Tennessee Animals Leave Behind
Droppings are one of the best clues to which animal is living in your home. They are also one of the biggest health risks, so look but do not touch.
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Identify the AnimalTracks and Signs: Reading Wildlife Clues in Your Yard
Your yard keeps a diary of everything that visits at night. Here is how to read it.
Read the guideIdentify the AnimalVenomous Snakes in Tennessee: How to Tell Them Apart
Most Tennessee snakes are harmless, but four are venomous. Knowing the difference helps you stay calm and stay safe.
Read the guideIdentify the AnimalSquirrel or Rat? How to Tell Who Is Overhead
Both squirrels and rats can live in the attic, but they need different solutions. The clues are in the timing, the damage and the droppings.
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Identify the AnimalWho Is Digging Holes in My Yard?
Holes in the lawn are a mystery until you know how to read them. The size, shape and time of day tell the story.
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Identify the AnimalUrban Wildlife in Nashville: Who Lives Alongside Us
Nashville is a city with woods in it, and wildlife is part of life here.
Read the guideIdentify the Animal10 Signs You Have Wildlife in Your Home
You do not always see the animal. Here are ten signs that something has moved in.
Read the guideSeasons and Baby Season
Seasons and Baby Season
What is active, and when
Seasons and Baby SeasonBaby Season: When Wildlife Has Young in Tennessee
Spring and summer are baby season in Tennessee. It is when most animals look for a safe, warm place for their young, and it is the most important time to get removal right.
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Seasons and Baby SeasonWinter Wildlife Problems and How to Stop Them
Cold weather sends animals looking for shelter. Your warm attic, crawl space and garage look like paradise.
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Seasons and Baby SeasonSpring Wildlife Checklist for Tennessee Homeowners
Spring is when animals look for nest sites. A one-hour check now can prevent a long summer of noise.
Read the guideSeasons and Baby SeasonFall Is Rodent Season: Prep Your Home Now
When fall arrives, mice and rats start looking for a warm place to spend the winter. Your garage and kitchen are on their list.
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Seasons and Baby SeasonSummer Wildlife: Bats, Snakes and Stinging Insects
Summer in Tennessee means more time outdoors, and more run-ins with the animals that love the heat.
Read the guideHealth and Safety
Health and Safety
Rabies, droppings, bites and pets
Health and SafetyRabies and Wildlife: What You Need to Know
Rabies is rare but serious. It is also preventable. Here is what every Tennessee homeowner should know.
Read the guideHealth and SafetyDiseases Linked to Wildlife Droppings and How to Stay Safe
Animal droppings are more than a smell. They can carry illness, and the dust is the biggest risk.
Read the guideHealth and SafetyWhat to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched by Wildlife
Any bite or scratch from a wild animal should be taken seriously, even if it looks small.
Read the guideHealth and SafetyProtect Your Pets From Coyotes, Raccoons and Snakes
Wildlife and pets share more space than ever. A few small habits can prevent most injuries.
Read the guideHealth and SafetySafe Cleanup After Wildlife: Why DIY Droppings Removal Is Risky
Removing droppings and soiled insulation seems simple, but it is the part of wildlife work with the most health risk.
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Health and SafetyWasp, Hornet and Yellowjacket Nests: Safety and When to Call
Stinging insect nests grow all summer. A small nest in May can be a big one by August.
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Health and SafetySkunk Spray: What to Do for People, Pets and Homes
A skunk spray is unpleasant and hard to remove. Fast action and the right cleaners make a big difference.
Read the guideTennessee Rules
Tennessee Rules
Protected species, TWRA and what the law means for you
Tennessee RulesTennessee Wildlife Rules Every Homeowner Should Know
Wildlife is regulated in Tennessee. That is good for animals, and it means homeowners should know the basics before acting.
Read the guideTennessee RulesProtected Bats in Tennessee and Why Timing Matters
Bats eat huge numbers of insects and several Tennessee species are endangered. That is why bat work has rules.
Read the guideTennessee RulesFound a Baby Animal? What to Do (and Not Do)
Baby animals look helpless, but their mothers are often nearby. Picking one up can do more harm than good.
Read the guideTennessee RulesWhen to Call TWRA and When to Call a Wildlife Professional
Two groups help with wildlife in Tennessee: the state agency and professional wildlife control companies. They do different jobs.
Read the guidePrevention
Prevention
Keep animals out before they move in
PreventionHow to Wildlife-Proof Your Home: A Room-by-Room Checklist
Most wildlife problems can be prevented. Here is a simple walk-through of your home from the roof down.
Read the guidePreventionKeep Squirrels and Raccoons Off Your Roof
Squirrels and raccoons are great climbers. They get on the roof first, then find a weak spot.
Read the guidePreventionTrash, Pet Food and Bird Seed: Stop Feeding Wildlife by Accident
Many wildlife problems start with an easy meal. Take the meal away and the animals move on.
Read the guidePreventionWhy You Need a Chimney Cap
A chimney is a hollow tower with a door to your living room. Without a cap, animals treat it as a front door.
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PreventionProtect Backyard Chickens From Raccoons, Foxes and Weasels
A coop that stops a dog may not stop a raccoon. Predators are patient, strong and clever.
Read the guidePreventionProtect Your Garden From Deer, Rabbits and Groundhogs
A garden is a buffet for wildlife. Protect it with the right barrier, not just a spray.
Read the guidePreventionHow Bats Get In and How to Keep Them Out
Bats do not chew holes. They find ones that are already there, and they only need a tiny opening.
Read the guidePreventionGroundhog and Armadillo Damage: What It Looks Like and How to Stop It
Diggers do their damage out of sight. By the time you notice it, a tunnel may be under your patio.
Read the guideHiring and Process
Hiring and Process
What to expect, what to ask, and what to avoid
Hiring and ProcessDIY Wildlife Removal: Common Mistakes That Make It Worse
Doing it yourself can work for a small problem, but the most common mistakes make it bigger and harder to fix.
Read the guideHiring and ProcessWhat to Expect When You Call a Wildlife Removal Company
If you have never called a wildlife company, here is what a good visit looks like from start to finish.
Read the guideHiring and ProcessWhat Affects the Cost of Wildlife Removal
No two wildlife jobs are the same. Here are the factors that shape the work and the estimate.
Read the guideHiring and ProcessWildlife Damage and Home Insurance: What to Ask
Wildlife damage can be costly. Whether insurance helps depends on your policy.
Read the guideHiring and ProcessWildlife Myths: Mothballs, Ultrasonic Devices and Other Things That Do Not Work
Many home remedies are popular, and most do not work. Some are also unsafe.
Read the guideWhat should I do if I hear noises in my attic?
Do not seal anything. Note the time of day and the type of sound and call us. A daytime scratch is often a squirrel, while night thumping can be a raccoon, a rodent or bats.
Will baby animals be left behind?
No. We check for young before any work and time removals so mothers and babies are removed or reunited together.
Do you handle bats?
Yes. Bats are protected and need careful timing, so we use one-way exits outside the pup season and seal the building afterward.
Do you clean up after the animals?
Yes. We remove droppings and soiled insulation, sanitize, and can install new insulation and repair damage.
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Music City Wildlife removes and prevents wildlife problems in homes and businesses across Nashville and Middle Tennessee, from squirrels in the attic to bats in the walls, with humane methods, careful sealing and cleanup.
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