Why control grey squirrels?

Grey squirrels have a reputation for being cute and clever, however, the damage this non-native species can cause to woodlands can be significant.

Grey squirrels can damage young and mature trees, by eating young shoots and stripping bark which can result in tree loss. Missing bark
patches are like an open wound which makes a tree more susceptible to infections.

Grey squirrels can also carry a disease called Squirrel Pox, it’s harmless to them but does affect native red squirrels.

Discover more about grey squirrels here

Please note: I don’t offer trapping as traps must be checked on a daily basis, I don’t have that availability.

Control method

I prefer a feeder and hide approach when controlling grey squirrels. I use peanuts in the feeders which squirrels find irresistable.

Once the feeder has been in place for one or two weeks, squirrels will be regularly visiting. Squirrel activity is monitored with a trail camera (with permission, of course) to establish feeding patterns which can vary.

The hide is either pop-up type or semi-permanent, depending on location and restrictions.