If you have any questions about the wildlife of Peoria, you can contact the Illinois Wildlife Commission, sometimes called the Illinois Fish & Wildlife Agency. Illinois game wardens address many wildlife management matters, from hunting licenses, to poaching, endangered species, and Peoria wildlife management. They deal with wild animals outside the range of a pest control company, such as cougars or bears. If you have a problem with nuisance wildlife in Peoria like squirrels, snakes, bats, or raccoons, the state agency is very unlikely to help. You need to hire a private company (here are their prices) such as Peoria Wildlife Services at 309-588-4759.

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I also have listed several sources for free Peoria wildlife help. One example, if you've found an injured animal or lost baby bird or other baby animal is the Peoria Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic: 309-449-5799 Or just read below for more info about the wild animals of Peoria.

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Illinois State bird: Northern cardinal
State mammal: White-tailed deer
State reptile: Painted turtle
State amphibian:
State fish: Bluegill
State insect: Monarch butterfly

Illinois is a fairly long state as states go, and because of its central location in the country, it experiences both mild and extreme weather. Most of the state is humid, making for hot summers and cold winters. The majority of the state is flat prairie land, though there are some hills as you near the western boundary. Because of the vast expanses of tree-less ground, the state has an abundance of prairie dogs, small creatures that build extensive underground cities. Prairie dogs are particularly detrimental to farm equipment and livestock. The ground above the tunnel system cannot support a large machine and often causes an animal's leg to break through.

As you might expect, Illinois also has a variety of grazing animals. These animals are rarely problematic for homeowners due to the abundance of food for them in untouched wilderness. Of these grazers, bison were once numerous, but they no longer roam wild like they did in the pioneer days.

Illinois has also lost many of its large predators due to hunting and deliberate removals. Coyotes are now the primary predator, taking the place of wolves and cougars which used to populate the state. Slowly, cougars have been reintroduced, but their population is still small, and they are far from being considered the top predator in the state. Illinois does not have a breeding population of bears; however, some wandering animals from other states have crossed the border on occasion.

There are, of course, a few staple animals that plague homeowners across the continent. Raccoons are one of the most common pest animals, especially in urban areas. These masked robbers will get into any food source they can, and their meddling often draws in urban coyotes. Rats and mice are hardy enough to live in any area, and they are as densely populated in cities like Chicago as they are in New York City.

Beaver are another nuisance animal native to Illinois though they were almost completely wiped out through trapping in the 1800's. Now, the beaver population is making a comeback, and with it are concerns about flooding and tree damage. Another semi-aquatic animal making a comeback in the state is the river otter. These playful creatures were also once considered extinct within the state. Slowly, the state wildlife authorities have been monitoring the otter population to ensure it continues to grow and remain healthy.

If you need a professional wildlife trapper in Peoria, IL call Peoria Wildlife Services: 309-588-4759

Peoria Raccoons:

This masked animal is fairly common in Peoria, IL. They frequently raid trash cans and steal pet food. They also often choose to live in the attic or chimney of your home. One of Illinois's beautiful animals, but often a nuisance. We offer Peoria raccoon removal.

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Peoria Squirrels:

Squirrels are often a pest in Peoria. They love to live in an attic, and will chew on wood or electrical wires. They are agile creatures, and live throughout the state of Illinois. Call Peoria Wildlife Services if you need squirrel removal in Peoria.

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Peoria Opossum:

You may spot this animal in Peoria at night time, perhaps rooting through your garbage. This opportunistic animal will take your pet's food or live under your porch. The possum is a great Illinois survivor, and not all that ugly.

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Peoria Snakes:

There are many species of snakes in Peoria, but few are venomous. If you need help identifying snakes of Illinois, browse this site or give us a call at 309-588-4759. We at Peoria Wildlife Services can provide Peoria snake control any time you need us.

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Peoria Rat Control:

The Norway Rat, Roof Rat, and House Mouse inhabit most areas of North America that people inhabit, including most Illinois cities. They contaminate food and love to live in the walls or attic of a home. Peoria Wildlife Services can get rid of them once and for all.

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Peoria Bats:

Bats are special animals, and found throughout Illinois. They are good creatures and eat a lot of insects, but if you have an infestation of bats in your home or building, you can give us a call for professional Peoria bat removal and control.

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REPORT WILDLIFE ISSUES: 309-672-2440

To report a dead animal on the road, an injured bird, a lost baby squirrel, a dangerous bear, or anything like that, call animal services at 309-672-2440

If they can't help, call the Illinois Wildlife Commission at 309-672-2440. You can also call your local sheriff department at 309-672-2440 - they often deal with public wildlife issues.

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We are experts with all kinds of IL wildlife and are familiar with the wild animals native to Peoria. If you need Peoria pigeon control, geese or other bird removal, we can help. We are experts with skunks and skunk problems, digging animals such as moles, armadillos, & groundhogs, and we offer Illinois beaver control and removal. Peoria Wildlife Services also provides dead animal removal services. 309-588-4759

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Peoria Wildlife Tip
Investigating Quarter Size Hole Gnawed In Wood What Red Rodent Has Done - If you have noted a quarter size hole gnawed in wood what a red rodent has done you need to take urgent steps to discover if the creature has taken up residence in your home. Although red rodents are protected species in some areas due to their decimation from rodent pox transmitted by grey rodents, they are unwelcome visitors to any home. Red rodents, like their grey and flying cousins, are quite capable of causing thousands worth of damage to your home - that quarter sized hole you noticed is probably the tip of the iceberg.

The only guaranteed method of eradicating rodents from your home is to use a trap and exclusion system. If you have already seen a quarter size hole in wood what red rodent has done you must take immediate steps to discover any other gaps and holes the rodents may be using to get in and out of your home and then seal them. Once you have set your traps you may need to discover if red rodents are indeed protected in your area before deciding how to dispose of them. The best kinds of traps are available from good pest control services and are capable of trapping several rodents at once.

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Peoria, IL Wildlife News Clip:
Wildlife - Woodchuck and beaver hand capturing 101

Valuable lessons can be learned in the vast classroom that is the great outdoors Snakes and coyotes are not all mean.

Woodchuck and beaver season begins Nov. 5 in most of Illinois. Years ago, the season opened Nov. 15. When opening day fell on a weekday, rural schools declared a holiday. They might as well. Many of the students were going woodchuck and beaver exterminating, even if it meant missing school. For more on Peoria wildlife, read on.

Saturday opening days solved the truancy problem. The woodchuck and beaver woods teach their own lessons: patience is a virtue; veteran Bug sprayers get the first choice of stands; whoever complains about woodchuck and beaver camp food cooks the next meal; work starts with a dead house rat and mouse. Remember to treat the wild animals of Peoria, Illinois, with respect and care.

There are carpentry skills involved in building a tower blind, higher math tested when bullet drop is calculated for a long shot. Anyone familiar with the Boone and Crockett scoring system knows how to add fractions. Hooray for wild creatures and critters!

In the eastern half of the state and in the extreme western quarter, blackpowder or muzzleloader critter catching period opens for a week-long run that signals the beginning of almost three months when somebody, somewhere, can legally kill a fox and coyote with some sort of firearm. Blackpowder critter catching period in the Eastern and Western fox and coyote sections runs through Saturday. Animal control critter catching period will follow next Monmorning in the Eastern section and remain open until New Year's Day, while the western mountains return to animal control animal exterminating so bear fur trappers can have access to the woods for a month. Continued next week ...Peoria Wildlife.

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Critter Problem at Your House? Hire Peoria Wildlife Services
Wildlife removal is not a free service.

If you have a Peoria wildlife problem and need help, call Peoria Wildlife Services at 309-588-4759. They provide professional wildlife control for both residential & commercial customers in the city of Peoria. They offer custom Peoria wildlife control solutions for almost any type of wildlife problem, whether it be the noises of squirrels running through the attic, a colony of bats living in a building, or the destructive behavior of a raccoon, they have the experience and the tools to quickly and professionally solve your wild animal problem in Peoria County in Illinois. Check their prices, and for a consultation, give them a call at 309-588-4759

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You're still reading this page? We do not operate Peoria wildlife rescue, or a Peoria zoo or nature center, or Peoria wildlife sanctuary or refuge for volunteers. We are a privately owned nuisance wildlife removal service company. If you need a pro in Peoria to solve your problem for you, call Peoria Wildlife Services: 309-588-4759 and they can help you with your Peoria wildlife problem.