Welcome! Austin Wild Animal Trapping is a full-service pest control company specializing only in the removal of nuisance animals in Austin, Texas. Whether you have a problem with squirrels in the attic, a raccoon in your garbage, skunks under your shed, rats or mice in your house, a snake in your yard, or a problem with birds or bats, we can solve it! We are fully trained and know everything about the wildlife of Texas. We answer our phone 24/7, and can schedule a same-day or next day appointment. Call us at (512) 212-7623 and see why we are voted Austin's best animal removal company! Some of the services we offer include:

We are a company that is passionate about the local wildlife but also equally passionate about caring for the safety and wellbeing of the local community. Animals are not creatures that observe or respect boundaries, that’s a fact. That’s why we are always on hand to steer them in the right direction and ensure that your property remains safe, secure and most importantly, free of wild animals. We do this through using a 32 point inspection system to locate any problems, entry points or damages around the property. Then we get to work, clearing the animals out, removing any live young left behind, removing any potential causes of odors. Then we finish off by putting preventative measures in place so that the animals don’t return. We ensure that all of our practices are the most up to date methods available, that we only use the best, most ethical trapping and removal methods and that all of our workers are fully insured and licensed. Meaning that if you choose us, you are getting a group of people that know exactly what they are doing and will have the job done in a flash. So if you want to rid yourself of your unwanted guests, pick up the phone or drop us an email now.

We are experts in the wild animals of Texas. We treat these animals with respect, in a humane manner. We are not a typical Austin exterminator company. We focus on complete solutions, and have experience with every type of unwanted critter in Austin, TX. Example animals we handle include:

• Austin animals in the attic like squirrels
• Austin rodent extermination - no poisons
• Austin bat removal and Austin bird control
• Austin snake removal, Austin dead animal removal

Austin wildlife control Tip of the Month:

Do snakes jump?
Snakes are beautiful creatures with exceptional qualities that will amaze you. If you have ever had an encounter with a snake, you will agree that snakes are one of the most intelligent creatures on this planet. They adapt well to any kind of environment and thrive in their high position in the food chain.

Being an intelligent animal, snakes are capable of different kinds of things. Each of these aids their survival in their natural environment and provides all they need to strive. Though the behavior exhibited by snakes differs according to their species, snakes are known to use their different adaptations to the best of their abilities.

Have you always been wondering if snakes are capable of jumping? There is a big misconception about this, as many people feel that snakes are capable of jumping while others think they are not. But right here we'll be sharing all you need to know about if snakes are able to jump or not.

The different misconceptions that people have about snakes regarding their ability to jump

For you to have a clear understanding of this supposed skill of snakes, there are certain misconceptions that you need to be aware of. By knowing this, you will have a clear knowledge about snakes and if they are capable of jumping or not.

First, it has been discovered that larger snakes are not capable of jumping. The only time they get to lift themselves above ground level is when they try to strike at their prey or a threat.

Another misconception is that conventional snakes only jump to a height of about half or a quarter of its body length off the ground when they want to strike prey, which is why the wound on the body of most snakebite victims is usually at the ankle and knee region.

Other things are associated with the ability of snakes to jump, one of which is the species of the snake. Some species of snakes are good at airstrikes and can lift a certain part of their body over a particular distance. An example of such a snake is the king cobra. This species of snake can lift their head and other parts of their body to launch a strike as far away as possible.

The natural habitat of a snake is another factor that determines the jumping ability of a snake. Snakes that spend most of their lifetime in trees show better jumping abilities than those that crawl on the forest floor. This clearly shows that the species of a snake and its natural habitat has a lot to do with the ability of a snake to jump.

Having shared this, you need to learn how to keep your distance from a snake if you happen to come across it. There are no specific lengths at which a snake might launch at you. Therefore, you need to always keep your distance when handling a snake problem.

If you find a snake around your home or property and you don't have enough knowledge on how to handle the situation, the best thing you can do is to get a wildlife removal expert, they are well equipped and in the best position to handle the situation.

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We service local towns such as Manor, Littig, Elgin, Volente, Driftwood. If in doubt about our service range near Austin, or the wildlife services we offer, give us call at (512) 212-7623. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you with your Austin pest control critter problem!