Species Profile Archives - Freedom Wildlife Solutions & Pest Control https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/category/species-profile/ Veteran Owned. Mission Driven. Pest & Wildlife Controlled. Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:53:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cropped-FWS-Facebook-Profile-1-32x32.png Species Profile Archives - Freedom Wildlife Solutions & Pest Control https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/category/species-profile/ 32 32 Are Raccoons Rodents? – Unraveling the Mystery https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/are-raccoons-rodents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-raccoons-rodents https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/are-raccoons-rodents/#respond Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:59:49 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=13236 When you look at a raccoon, what do you see? Do you see a small, furry creature with a mischievous look in its eyes? Or do you see a rodent? This question has puzzled many people for years, leading to the primary question this article seeks to answer: Are raccoons rodents? Rodents are a group […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/are-raccoons-rodents/feed/ 0 Star Nosed Moles: Nature’s Underground Navigators https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/star-nosed-moles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=star-nosed-moles https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/star-nosed-moles/#respond Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:59:22 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=13239 Star-nosed moles are unique creatures that are not your typical garden variety moles. Known scientifically as Condylura cristata, they are named for their distinctive, star-shaped noses and are best known for their robust digging skills and remarkable ability to navigate through their subterranean environment. Star-nosed moles are one of the most visually striking creatures in […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/star-nosed-moles/feed/ 0 Why are Coyotes Nocturnal? – Understanding Wildlife https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/why-are-coyotes-nocturnal/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-are-coyotes-nocturnal https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/why-are-coyotes-nocturnal/#respond Sun, 16 Jun 2024 19:57:39 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=13242 Coyotes, scientifically known as Canis latrans, are fascinating creatures that have captured the attention of wildlife enthusiasts and researchers alike. These medium-sized canines are native to North America and can be found in a variety of habitats, ranging from forests to deserts. Despite their close resemblance to domestic dogs, coyotes have distinct features such as […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/why-are-coyotes-nocturnal/feed/ 0 Exploring the Night Guardians: How Bats Serve as Natural Mosquito Control Agents https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/bats-as-natural-mosquito-control/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=bats-as-natural-mosquito-control https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/bats-as-natural-mosquito-control/#comments Sat, 10 Feb 2024 19:54:24 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=13112 In the heart of Clayton, NC, a hidden ecological hero flits through the twilight, embarking on nightly quests that benefit us in ways most of us seldom realize. These mysterious creatures of the night, often misunderstood and overlooked, play a pivotal role in our local ecosystem, especially in controlling the pesky mosquito populations that thrive […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/bats-as-natural-mosquito-control/feed/ 9 Exploring the Night Skies: Discovering the Various Types of Bats in Raleigh, NC https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/types-of-bats-in-raleigh-nc/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=types-of-bats-in-raleigh-nc https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/types-of-bats-in-raleigh-nc/#comments Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:57:01 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=13002 As dusk envelops Raleigh, North Carolina, the air is filled with the subtle flutter of wings and the enigmatic echoes of nocturnal calls. It’s a signal that the city’s most elusive inhabitants, bats, are embarking on their nightly forays. Raleigh, a hub of biodiversity, boasts an impressive array of bat species, each playing a pivotal […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/types-of-bats-in-raleigh-nc/feed/ 12 How to Remove Skunk Smell: Banishing the Odor https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/how-to-remove-skunk-smell/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-remove-skunk-smell https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/how-to-remove-skunk-smell/#comments Fri, 24 Nov 2023 08:30:00 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=9461 You’ve probably experienced it before – that unmistakable, pungent odor that lingers in the air, causing a grimace to form on your face. That’s right, we’re talking about skunk smell. It’s an odor that has the power to stick around for days, even weeks, and it’s a problem that many of us have to deal […]

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]]> https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/north-carolina-snakes/feed/ 15 The Invasive European Starling https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/the-european-starling/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-european-starling https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/the-european-starling/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2023 22:03:37 +0000 https://freedomwildlifesolutions.com/?p=7487 The European Starling is a species of bird that is native to Europe, Asia, and Africa, but has been introduced to North America. The species was introduced to the United States in the late 1800s, when a group of birds was released in New York City’s Central Park as part of a plan to introduce […]

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