Florida is home to 4,368 known animal species, making us one of the most biodiverse states in North America.[1] While it can be incredibly interesting to learn about our local animals and see them in person, sometimes they can be a nuisance.
With so many animals living in our state, you might find one in your home from time to time. The most common animals to get inside homes in Florida include rodents, cockroaches, squirrels, skunks, bats, and iguanas. Whether there is one animal or an infestation, you want to make sure you get them out of your home as soon as possible.
The best way to deal with wildlife in the home is to contact an animal removal company like Nuisance Wildlife Rangers. We trap and relocate animals humanely, which means we will never harm them throughout the process.
Most Common Wildlife Problems in Florida Homes
Florida is home to tons of wild animals. While they usually keep to themselves, sometimes animals come into humans’ homes in search of food, water, or shelter.
The most common wildlife to infest homes in Florida include:
Rats and Mice
Rats and mice are abundant in Florida. They will come into homes for shelter from predators and in search of food.
If your pantry is stocked with crackers, chips, or other food items, you might notice tiny bite marks on the packaging. This is one of the most common signs of rats and mice in the home.
Having rodents in your home can spread disease, lead to property damage from chewed insulation or electrical wires, and put your children or pets at risk. Thankfully, wildlife control companies can help you eliminate rodents from your home for good.
Cockroaches
There are many native species of cockroaches in Florida, including the American cockroach, smoky brown cockroach, Florida wood cockroach, and brown-banded cockroach. The most common cockroaches that infest homes in Florida are the American cockroach and the German cockroach.
If you have cockroaches in your home, you’ll need to act fast. They can multiply rather quickly, causing one or two to turn into hundreds. Thankfully, wildlife control companies like Nuisance Wildlife Rangers can help you eliminate cockroaches from your home.
Squirrels
Squirrels are common in Florida and they could enter your home in search of food and shelter. It is most likely that squirrels will live in your attic. Unfortunately, they could chew through insulation and electrical wires, causing major damage.
At Nuisance Wildlife Rangers, we can trap and relocate squirrels to a wild area away from homes and people.
Skunks
Skunks are often found lurking around bushes and wooded areas all across Florida. While they do their best to avoid human contact, they might think your home is a good place to shelter their young. It is most common for skunks to hide their babies under your porch or in your crawlspace.
Because skunks spray a foul-smelling liquid when they feel threatened, having them live under your porch can be a big problem. At Nuisance Wildlife Rangers, we are trained to trap and relocate skunks in a manner that minimizes the risk of skunk spray.
Bats
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC), bats are one of the most common animals in Florida to carry rabies.[2]
Unfortunately, bats like to take shelter in attics. If you hear scratching sounds in your attic or notice the sound of wings flapping, you might have a bat infestation. Because they can carry rabies, you should never attempt to remove bats without the help of a company like Nuisance Wildlife Rangers.
Iguanas
Iguanas are an invasive species in Florida that tend to infest swimming pools and live in the trees in your backyard. While they usually avoid humans, they might come inside in search of food or shelter from a predator. If you have iguanas in your home, you should avoid getting too close to them as they have razor-sharp claws and teeth.
At Nuisance Wildlife Rangers, we can trap and relocate iguanas to a wildlife rehabilitation center where they will not disturb native plants and animals.
How to Deal With a Wildlife Infestation
If you are dealing with pests like iguanas in South Florida or rats, mice, squirrels, and other types of wildlife, you should contact a professional animal removal company. Attempting to remove wild animals from your home could lead to an animal attack or cause you to contract a disease.
At Nuisance Wildlife Rangers, we can resolve a number of wildlife infestations. Our animal trappers have years of experience in relocating animals from residences and businesses.
Nuisance Wildlife Rangers is a full-time wildlife and animal removal company that extends its services to both commercial and residential clients. We have a great team of animal trappers that will work tirelessly to ensure that your home is free of any nuisance critters. We do not use any harmful products and we will focus on the humane methods to exterminate the animals. Our trappers are experienced and will explain every stage of the wildlife removal process. We are committed to ensuring that your home is safe and fully protected from the invasion of animals.
No matter the time of day or night, we can help you remove wild animals from your home. Contacting us for help lessens the risk of experiencing animal attacks, contracting diseases, or having repeat infestations from inexperienced animal removal techniques.
Get Connected to a Wildlife Removal Company in Florida
If you have wild animals in your home, Nuisance Wildlife Rangers can help you remove them without any conflicts arising. We use humane and ethical approaches to wildlife removal, which means you never have to worry about us harming the animals.
Contact us today to learn more about common wildlife problems in Florida homes.
References:
- U.S. Forest Service: Species Diversity
- Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC): Rabies
