Does it work for tree squirrels? Also, once in the cage, can they dig under the cage and get out?
1489938
it only works for ground squirrels but once they are caught, they can't get out
1489939
This trap does work for tree squirrels, but I had to make some adjustments. A tree squirrel is a lot bigger than the ground squirrels, and has a lovger reach. They can get their little paws in to the bait through the cage and steal it. I cut a top off a plastic bakery container from the super market, and cut it in half. I secured it, facing the shield, with twist ties. Then I put in the bait. The squirrels couldn't steal the bait. The squirrels can not dig their way out as the cage is all wire, all the way around. Any animal can dig under to get to the bait. But I put the trap on a concrete area, and was able to secure it with garden stakes at the edge of the trap. It couldn't move and it couldn't be dug under. It works.
1489940
I would imagine it works for any squirrel as long as they want the bait you are offering. We use unsalted peanuts.No, they cannot escape, once in cage. We have captured multiple squirrels at once and safely relocated them.
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Yes, they come down out of the tree to get the bait. No they cannot dig out of the cage. There is screening in the bottom as well.
909241
As long as it's not sprayed on vegetable. Spray around them, not on them. I bought it for ground squirrels and it worked for me.
1990644
Human remains not sure!! I know mine picked up a couple dead squirrels!! LOL
1458208
I don't think it would work for squirrels since it's made to be placed in a hole where a gopher tunnels. I wouldn't pay mobey on it for that purpose.
319270
I use the product to trap insects crawling up my fruit trees. First, you wrap the tree trunk with the tape and then smear on the goop. Judging from how hard it is to remove from your hands, a squirrel should be at least highly annoyed.
1058850
Not sure about squirrels but it does stop birds eating fruits. Make sure fruits are not touching the net.
1588623
its perfect for squirrels I have caught 3 or 4 all unharmed but not happy. when you first get the trap you may have to bend the lever arms with a tool or your hands if you can before it will work properly, but other than that it's a pretty good product.
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Hi... there are a couple of answers to your question. First, this model needs a pretty good sized rat to trip the mechanism. I had better luck with : Havahart X-Small Professional Style One-Door Animal Trap for Chipmunk, Squirrel, Rat, and Weasel - 0745... I caught several of varying sizes with this one. I also accidentily captured one of my favorite squirrels..he wasn't happy. I would keep the rat traps where the squirrels don't go if possible...AND make sure the squirrels have their own feeders so they are not tempted to go where the trap is. Interestingly, now that I've relocated around 9 rats, we haven't seen or heard them in close to a month...and there is never rat poop in the squirrel feeder anymore... it used to be there everyday. Hope that helps.
705271
My squirrel got out before both doors closed. I have used a single door cage before and never had that problem. Other than that it works great.
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It works on moles and gophers, since it's highly poisonous I would not leave it out so other animals can get in contact with it, if you to try it on ground squirrels I would push it as deep as possible into their borrow and cover with dirt, dogs can dig and get to it so if you have dogs be careful. I found the two best solutions for ground squirrels is barn cats and a 17HMR, the 17HMR is more for fun, the barn cats take very good care of all the vermin including moles, just feed the cats once a day just enough for them to stick around and the rest they get by hunting.
345752
I do not know but I would not want to harm a squirrel. A live-catch trap and relocation would be a better solution. There are probably squirrel repellents that could also be used. Good luck.
1122564
Nothing is squirrel proof, but I have hung my feeder off a hook away from a bush where they will try to jump off and with a baffle 5 ft up so they can't run up the pole. I read where squirrels can jump 5 ft up and 10 ft out , so you have to make it squirrel proof where they can't jump to it. I have fun watching the squirrels trying to figure how to get to my feeder. But none have. As long as I don't get flying squirrels. LOL
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This depends on how big they are. If they are small they can squeeze out thru the wires. We had two squirrels and they got along just fine in this cage.
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I wish I knew how to answer your question, but I really don't know ! I love how mine works perfectly for keeping the squirrels away :-)
716862
It does kill squirrels. A huge one got into my trap and was killed, even though he was only partly able to fit inside. So I am trying to minimize the space accessible into the opening of the trap to hopefully prevent this from happening again. I only hope a cat never tries to get in there. These traps are real zappers.
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The squirrels will still make their way to the open feeder. Some actual feeders are better than others for keeping squirrels out! This is a nice "arm" to extend your feeder away from your deck or patio rail and keeps the seed clutter from sitting on your deck floor!
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We have the boxes in a large open area far from trees so we have not encountered the problem , I suspect tree squirrels would be prey for an owl , we encourage the owls for ground squirrels about the same size