{"id":30,"date":"2020-02-13T21:19:18","date_gmt":"2020-02-13T21:19:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/?p=30"},"modified":"2020-02-13T21:19:18","modified_gmt":"2020-02-13T21:19:18","slug":"where-do-animals-go-in-the-winter-in-indiana","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.modernwildlifecontrol.com\/blog\/where-do-animals-go-in-the-winter-in-indiana\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Do Animals Go in the Winter in Indiana?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Wild animals are much like us in that they prefer to stay at a comfortable climate. Although we have the luxury of warming up inside with our central heating systems, animals are not as lucky. However, they are smart, and quite resilient. They know exactly where to look and what to do to stay safe and warm all winter long. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn where some of your favorite local wildlife hangout, and how it might affect your property, continue reading below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Trees<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Many species of animal rely on trees for shelter. Whether\ninside a self-built nest atop the branching canopies, or within a hallowed\ntree, it is a common winter home for both animals and simpler living organisms.\nCommon species of wild animals that use trees for winter shelter include bats,\nsquirrels, chipmunks, raccoons, and of course, birds. Sometimes, you will find opossum\nsleeping in a tree.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dens and Burrows<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Dens, burrows, underground tunnels, and similar subterranean hideouts are a common shelter for native wildlife in the winter. Generally, the animal will build or dig their own den, but sometimes, they will simply repurpose an old or abandoned one. Common species of animal that use dens for winter shelter include foxes, deer, coyotes, beavers, muskrats, skunks, moles, rabbits, moles, voles, and groundhogs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caves<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Although you might not be aware, Indiana is home to several cave systems. These caves, mostly located in Southern parts of the state, are the perfect winter hibernation spot for all sorts of animals. Common species that gravitate toward caves when temperatures drop include coyotes, bats, foxes, wolves, bobcats, and deer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attics<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Yes, attics are a common area targeted by native Indiana wildlife\nfor a means of shelter in the winter. Raccoons and bats in the attic are very\ncommon for those who live near wooded areas or large bodies of water. Other\nanimals you might find hiding out in the attic include opossum, birds,\nsquirrels, and chipmunks. Chimneys and wall voids are also another cozy spot\nthey like to occupy for the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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