What animal is leaving these scratch marks on my patio?
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09-09-14, 04:27 PM
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What animal is leaving these scratch marks on my patio?
I first noticed them a few weeks ago on my plastic patio deck box, then again today I noticed a new set. Looks like it was trying to get in to the box (the only thing in there is charcoal and patio furniture cushions). I thought about getting some repellent, but I have no idea what I need to repel. Any clues?
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#2
09-09-14, 05:20 PM
They look to be rodent incisor markings. Basically sharpening their teeth, not trying to gain access. Sticky paper or a trap may show up the culprit. Of course it could be a raccoon.
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09-09-14, 05:27 PM
I agree it looks like teeth marks, but it may also be in the squirrel family. Rodents tend to be more secretive and that looks like a rather open space.
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09-09-14, 08:46 PM
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09-10-14, 05:43 AM
I second the squirrel theory. I knew of an incident where a grey squirrel got into a house while family was on vacation. It couldn’t get out. During its stay it went to almost every windowsill and did this across the sill ostensibly trying to get out.
