Ground Squirrel BMPs
  • Biology
    • Range and Habitat
    • Behavior and Diet
    • Seasonal Activity
    • Disease
  • Identification
    • Signs and Characteristics
    • Damage
    • Look-Alike Pests and Damage
    • Burrowing Non-Target Wildlife
    • Squirrel Species of Lesser Concern
  • Management
    • California ground squirrel
    • Belding's ground squirrel
  • Regulations
    • California Codes
    • Professional Licenses
    • Fumigation Plans and Posting
    • Wildlife and Endangered Species
  • Resources
  • FAQs

Ground squirrel management for California

What are BMPs?

Best Management Practices (BMPs) are the most efficient, cost effective, and environmentally-friendly management methods that can achieve successful ground squirrel management

What is IPM?

Integrated Pest Management​ (IPM) is a multi-faceted, long-term approach to pest management that minimizes risks to people and the environment

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Timing and Efficacy

Compare management methods for:
​California Ground Squirrel

Belding's Ground Squirrel
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Step-by-Step Guides

Visual how-to's for:
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Bait Station Construction
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Calculating CO2 Flow
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Spreader Calibration
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Protecting Wildlife

Avoid harm to non-target wildlife:
Range Maps for Endangered Species
Range Maps for Non-Pest Ground Squirrels
Legislation and Best Baiting Practices
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Updated Feb. 3, 2017
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  • Biology
    • Range and Habitat
    • Behavior and Diet
    • Seasonal Activity
    • Disease
  • Identification
    • Signs and Characteristics
    • Damage
    • Look-Alike Pests and Damage
    • Burrowing Non-Target Wildlife
    • Squirrel Species of Lesser Concern
  • Management
    • California ground squirrel
    • Belding's ground squirrel
  • Regulations
    • California Codes
    • Professional Licenses
    • Fumigation Plans and Posting
    • Wildlife and Endangered Species
  • Resources
  • FAQs