Facts & InformationWhat are Beavers?The beaver is the largest rodent native to North America. They have water-repellent brown fur, webbed hind feet, and a large, flat tail that helps them swim and build their dams. Beavers are often called “Nature’s Engineers” because of their ability to alter and remodel their…
Facts & InformationWhat are Badgers?American badgers are flat, stocky mammals covered in grey to brown fur with a distinctive black and white stripe pattern on their face. Badgers belong to the weasel family and are known for their burrowing ability. They have large, heavy claws which they use to dig…
Facts & InformationWhat are Raccoons?Raccoons are stocky mammals with black and grey fur. They are well known for their black-masked face, bushy striped tail, and nocturnal habits. Raccoons are intelligent but curious animals that are common in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. Known for rummaging through trash cans, raccoons have received…
Facts & InformationWhat are Voles?Voles are a small rodent species and common outdoor pest in Milwaukee and southeastern Wisconsin. Voles are also known as “meadow mice” or “meadow voles.” They are stocky, short-tailed mice that love to eat grass and plant roots. Voles are brown in color and 3 to…
Facts & InformationWhat are Rats?Rats are very adaptable and intelligent rodent species. Like all rodents, rats constantly chew on hard objects in order to keep their sharp front incisors from overgrowing. The two most common rat species in Wisconsin are the roof rat and Norway rat. Roof rats have smooth…
