I dont care what the species, they all are excellent for cooking....fry em up, make sure not to spoil the gravy, and watch for the pellets, they'll break your teeth.

Michael Trinkley wrote:

> I've only partially kept track of the replies, so I apologize if I
> repeat other suggestions.
>
> * Keep in mind that fox and gray squirrels are usually (although not
> always) classified as game animals. The tassel-eared squirrel is
> normally a protected species. You are well advised to check with local
> or state authorities to determine the legal status of your particular
> squirrels.
>
> * Exclusion - prevent them from climbing trees and power poles by
> encircling them with 2-foot wide collar of metal, 6-feet off the ground.
> These can be fitted with with wires and springs, allowing the collars to
> expand with tree growth. Prevent them from traveling on wires by
> installing 2-foot lengths of 2 or 3-inch diameter plastic pipe. The pipe
> will rotate and prevent travel. Close openings to attics -- making sure
> not to trap squirrels inside. Openings should be closed with heavy 1/2
> or 1/4 inch mesh.
>
> * Cultural modifications - trim tree limbs and trees 6 to 8-feet away
> from buildings. Attract the squirrils to other locations using food
> stations. Use hard food to satisfy the squirrels need to reduce incisor
> growth.
>
> * Repellents - while naphthalene has been used (and I saw it suggested
> in at least one previous reply), this is not recommended. Remember that
> both naphthalene and paradicholorobenzene (PDB) may damage museum
> collections. In addition, these materials are inappropriate for human
> exposure. Naphthalene, for example, is a phenol compound with medium
> dermal toxicity and is toxic when inhaled. It is linked to cataracts and
> corneal damage, causes liver and kidney damage, and is transported
> across the placenta. Ro-pel is one of several taste repellents, as is
> capsaicin. Polybutenes are sticky materials that can be applied to
> buildings to discourage climbing, although they have a short life span
> and are very difficult to clean off. They should not be used on historic
> properties.
>
> * Toxicants and fumigants - there are none registered for use.
>
> * Trapping - mentioned several times in previous replies, my first
> warning is that since in many states squirrels are considered game
> animals, trapping permits may be required from either your state
> wildlife agency or municipal animal control office. Live traps sound
> great, but as another individual has noted, trapped animals must be
> humanely destroyed -- they cannot be released into another habitat. Once
> trapped, they become trap shy and future trapping will be close to
> impossible. Moreover, in a new environment they will likely sicken and
> starve. Consequently, if you trap, you must be prepared to put the
> animal down in a humane manner. If you need additional information on
> either the mechanics of trapping or of putting a squirril down, contact
> me off list.
>
> Best,
> Mike Trinkley
>
> --
> Michael Trinkley, Ph.D.
> Director
> Chicora Foundation, Inc.
> PO Box 8664
> Columbia, SC 29202-8664
> 803/787-6910
> www.chicora.org
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