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What states are chipmunks protected?

Joe Ford

What states are chipmunks protected?

Chipmunks are not protected by federal law, but state and local regulations may apply. Most states allow landowners or tenants to take chipmunks when they are causing or about to cause damage. Some states, (for example, Georgia, North Carolina, and Arkansas) require a permit to kill nongame animals.

How do you get rid of nuisance chipmunks?

Create barriers to access by sprinkling granular repellents in key areas. Use a product like Shake Away (available on Amazon)—which doesn’t kill chipmunks or other pests—in attics, near house foundations, around flowerbeds, and along garden paths. Or simply shake a healthy sprinkle of cayenne pepper on affected areas.

Can a chipmunk jump out of a bucket?

Remember to put enough water in the bucket so the chipmunk won’t be able to get out, but not enough that it will drown [source: Steinau].

How far down do chipmunks dig?

CHIPMUNK BURROWING CAN CAUSE STRUCTURAL DAMAGE You’d be amazed at how much damage they can cause with their extensive nest burrows. The unassuming burrow entrance is a simple, round hole, less than 2 inches in diameter but it leads to a main tunnel which is 3 feet deep and can be more than 20 feet long.

What is the average life of a chipmunk?

Eastern chipmunk: 3 years

What time of day do chipmunks sleep?

Chipmunks nap during the day between foraging in the shallow tunnel, with easy access to the outside. The deeper burrow is used for storing winter food, overnight sleeping and hibernation.

Do chipmunks play dead when attacked?

Chipmunks, you see, are smart and capable little buggers. Not only can they play dead, they also can climb curtains and jump from windowsills.

How do you lure a chipmunk out of hiding?

Close all interior doors and open a window or exterior door in the room. Leave the chipmunk alone, so she can find her way out. If there is no possible exit, set a live trap baited with peanut butter on the floor near the chipmunk and leave her alone for a few hours.

Do rabbits fake death?

Playing dead is a rabbit’s last line of defense when in a state of abject terror. A rabbit pretends to be dead by lying on her back or side and not moving a muscle. If you pick your rabbit up, it may frighten her. Eventually, if she’s scared enough, she will play dead.