If you have any questions about the wildlife of Chattanooga, you can contact the Tennessee Wildlife Commission, sometimes called the Tennessee Fish & Wildlife Agency. Tennessee game wardens address many wildlife management matters, from hunting licenses, to poaching, endangered species, and Chattanooga 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 Chattanooga 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 Complete Animal Removal at 423-408-1222.

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I also have listed several sources for free Chattanooga wildlife help. One example, if you've found an injured animal or lost baby bird or other baby animal is the Chattanooga Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic: 423-892-1499 Or just read below for more info about the wild animals of Chattanooga.

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Tennessee State bird: Northern mockingbird, bobwhite quail
State mammal: Raccoon
State reptile: Eastern box turtle
State amphibian: Tennessee cave salamander
State fish: Largemouth bass, channel catfish
State insect: 7-spotted ladybug, European honeybee

Tennessee is usually assumed to be completely flat due to its central location in the country. This isn't the case, however. The eastern part of the state contains a section of the Appalachian Mountains, as well as the tallest peak in the range. Much of the landscape is flat farmland, but Tennessee has an abundance of trees throughout the landscape, particularly in what is known as the Blue Ridge section of the state. The summers are typically hot and humid, but higher elevations often show cooler temperatures in the winter accompanied by snow. Tornados do visit the state on an average of 15 per year, but fog tends to be the most persistent weather issue, especially in the Smokey Mountains.

The raccoon is the state mammal, and though Tennessee might recognize the cute critter as a representative, the warm weather and beautiful forests of this state only increase the chances people are going to have nuisance issues with the masked opportunist. Other nuisance animals that make their homes in Tennessee include snakes, rats, mice, squirrels, skunks, and porcupines.

Black bears in Tennessee can grow to be upwards of 500 pounds. They are the most common predator seen by hikers and campers, though there are other large predators in the state. Cougars and bobcats are the largest of the feline species present, and these cats are often bolder than their cousins in other regions of the country. The Tennessee park service warns campers about cougars and bobcats loitering around campsites. Coyotes are a presence in every area of the state, and red wolves were reintroduced into the region back in the early 1990's.

Known as the salamander capital of the world, the Smokey Mountain National Park has over 30 different species of salamanders in five different families, making it the most diverse population of such creatures in the world.

Tennessee also has an issue with armadillos. These animals, which can carry leprosy, are often hunted for food. They are docile and quiet, but they can do considerable damage to a yard overnight. Beavers and muskrats also can be problematic in Tennessee. With ample valleys and mountain streams, these semi-aquatic animals make their homes by damming up water and creating floods.

If you need a professional wildlife trapper in Chattanooga, TN call Complete Animal Removal: 423-408-1222

Chattanooga Raccoons:

This masked animal is fairly common in Chattanooga, TN. 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 Tennessee's beautiful animals, but often a nuisance. We offer Chattanooga raccoon removal.

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Chattanooga Squirrels:

Squirrels are often a pest in Chattanooga. 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 Tennessee. Call Complete Animal Removal if you need squirrel removal in Chattanooga.

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Chattanooga Opossum:

You may spot this animal in Chattanooga 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 Tennessee survivor, and not all that ugly.

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Chattanooga Snakes:

There are many species of snakes in Chattanooga, but few are venomous. If you need help identifying snakes of Tennessee, browse this site or give us a call at 423-408-1222. We at Complete Animal Removal can provide Chattanooga snake control any time you need us.

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Chattanooga Rat Control:

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

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Chattanooga Bats:

Bats are special animals, and found throughout Tennessee. 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 Chattanooga bat removal and control.

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REPORT WILDLIFE ISSUES: (423) 624-5302

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 (423) 624-5302

If they can't help, call the Tennessee Wildlife Commission at (423) 624-5302. You can also call your local sheriff department at (423) 624-5302 - they often deal with public wildlife issues.

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We are experts with all kinds of TN wildlife and are familiar with the wild animals native to Chattanooga. If you need Chattanooga 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 Tennessee beaver control and removal. Complete Animal Removal also provides dead animal removal services. 423-408-1222

We service numerous counties within Tennessee and Georgia including: Banks County, Bartow County, Catoosa County, Chattooga County, Cherokee County, Dade County, Dawson County, Fannin County, Floyd County, Forsyth County, Franklin County, Gilmer County, Gordon County, Habersham County, Hall County, Hart County, Lumpkin County, Murray County, Pickens County; Aragon, Polk County, Rabun County, Stephens County, Towns County, Union County; Chickamauga, Walker County, White County, Pikeville County, Bledsoe County; Cleveland in Bradley County, Grundy County, Hamilton County, and Marion County. Towns and cities we service include:Gillsville, Homer, and Maysville, Adairsville, Cartersville, Emerson, Lyerly, Menlo, Summerville, Trion, Fort Oglethorpe, Ringgold, Adairsville, Cartersville, Emerson, Euharlee, Kingston, White, Ball Ground, Canton, Waleska, Woodstock, Trenton, Dawsonville, Ellijay, East Ellijay, Lavonia, Royston, Canon, Carnesville, Franklin Springs, Cumming, Cave Springs, Rome, McCaysville, Morganton, Blue Ridge,Calhoun, Fairmount, Plainville, Ranger, Resaca, Alto, Baldwin, Clarkesville, Cornelia, Demorest, Mount Airy, Tallulah Falls, Clermont, Flowery Branch, Gainesville, Lula, Oakwood, Bowersville, Hartwell, Dahlonega, Chatsworth, Eton, Jasper, Nelson, Talking Rock, Cedartown, Rockmart, Clayton, Dillard, Mountain City, Sky Valley, Martin, Toccoa, Hiawassee, Young Harris, Blairsville, LaFayette, Lookout Mountain, Rossville, Cleveland, Helen, Chattanooga, and Jasper.

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Chattanooga Wildlife Tip
Opossum prevention methods
If you keep spotting opossums trawling through your yard at night, having scraps with your family pets, or just generally making a nuisance of itself, it would be sensible to look towards the tried and tested opossum prevention methods to give you a little helping hand. Of course, these methods will not work for everyone, and for the most part, it might even be worth giving the wildlife control guys a call to get the job done properly, but with a little patience and some knowledge, you will soon find that these creatures are fairly easily removed from your property.

Of course, if you take away the food sources, the animal will go looking for it elsewhere. It's not your problem anymore, admittedly it might be your neighbors, but if you make simple changes such as not leaving cat or dog food on the porch, keeping the garbage can lid tied down, or even burning leftovers rather than tossing them out, you will be on your way to winning the battle against the opossum!

Fences around the garden do not always work when it comes to the lowly opossum. They are rather adept at climbing, so if there are branches or debris lying around, there is a good chance that they will still hop over and do whatever it is they want to do. There are many repellants on the market that have been said to work against the opossum, but the reality of the situation is that they very rarely work and therefore you should not waste your money on them! Be sensible and do things the old-fashioned way, regardless of how much hard work that might seem, and you will eventually be rid of your pesky problem and have your yard or home back to yourself again.

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Chattanooga, TN Wildlife News Clip:
Wildlife - Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel-trapping regulations mostly unchanged this year

The antler-point restrictions established in 29 counties last year remain in place for 2005. Archery exterminators and firearms exterminators during all but the youth portion of firearms Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel season in these counties may take antlered Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel only if the Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel have at least four antler points measuring at least one inch on one side of their rack. Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel without antlers and those with spike antlers shorter than 3 inches are legal. Tennessee has an abundance of wildlife, and Chattanooga is no exception.

The increase in Fur-Free Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel harvest in the 29 counties helped fuel a 12 percent increase in the 2004 female squirrel harvest and a 1 percent decrease in male rodent harvest statewide. Remember to treat the wild animals of Chattanooga, Tennessee, with respect and care.

Also in its second year is the requirement that landowners obtain printed permits in place of the informal "farm tags" they used prior to 2004. Formerly, those who owned at least five contiguous acres could trap without a permit and tag their game with hand-written notes. Tennessee has many reptiles, and it's important to be able to identify Chattanooga snake species and mammals.

Starting last year, the Conservation Department issued free landowner Raccoon, Opossum & Squirrel and turkey permits through permit vendors statewide. To obtain the permits landowners need to know how much acreage they own and in what county or counties. Although several species of wildlife roam Chattanooga, only a few, such as raccoons and squirrels and rats are considered pest wildlife.

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Critter Problem at Your House? Hire Complete Animal Removal
Wildlife removal is not a free service.

If you have a Chattanooga wildlife problem and need help, call Complete Animal Removal at 423-408-1222. They provide professional wildlife control for both residential & commercial customers in the city of Chattanooga. They offer custom Chattanooga 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 Hamilton County in Tennessee. Check their prices, and for a consultation, give them a call at 423-408-1222

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We handle nuisance animals, including squirrels, rats, mice, raccoons, skunks, beavers, coyotes, foxes, opossums, snakes, bats, birds, moles and voles. The company also addresses all stinging insect problems, including bees, wasps, hornets, and yellow jackets. We carry workers' compensation and liability insurance. Customer satisfaction is priority number one.

You're still reading this page? We do not operate Chattanooga wildlife rescue, or a Chattanooga zoo or nature center, or Chattanooga wildlife sanctuary or refuge for volunteers. We are a privately owned nuisance wildlife removal service company. If you need a pro in Chattanooga to solve your problem for you, call Complete Animal Removal: 423-408-1222 and they can help you with your Chattanooga wildlife problem.