Over the weekend, Placerita Canyon Nature Center held its annual open house, giving guests a chance to learn more about the local wildlife in our Santa Clarita Valley. On Saturday, the Placerita Canyon Nature Center held its annual open house, where guests could bring lunch and participate in different activities like hiking, animal encounter, and gold panning..  “This is our ...

As a matter of course, we advise our clients to keep themselves up to speed, and educated on the different threats to their property. We’ll often arrive at a house where the homeowner doesn’t even know what animal has made its way into his home. Or how to handle the situation correctly. This is why it’s important to ask what ...

Wildlife is a common concern for homeowners all across the United States. Over the years, we’ve tried all sorts of repellent options, some more successful than others. In the lines below, we’ll look at some natural wildlife repellents that’ll help you protect your California yard against snakes, rats, and everything in between. 1. Avoid open food sources. Regardless of the ...

There is no denying the fact that automobiles have changed transportation and made our lives easier. They are, however, the same reason that roads travel across animal habitats, causing conflict between animals and humans. Collisions often result in the unfortunate death of the animal, as well as large damages to the vehicle. Knowing where some of the hotspots for roadkill ...

California is home to a wide variety of plant and animal life, varying wildly in various regions of the state. While a majority of these creatures are naturally found in California, there are also many that are invasive species. Continue reading to learn more about three invasive wildlife species found in California and visit invasivewildife.com for more details. Southern Watersnake ...

With spring in the air, Santa Clarita wildlife experts are warning residents to take caution as coyotes are starting to become more territorial and aggressive as mating season is upon them. With the mating season in full swing for coyotes, they are coming down into residential areas that back up to the mountains and open lands such as Castaic, Stevenson ...

Santa Clarita is full of wildlife.  While this is an absolute pleasure for nature-lovers, it is important to protect your home or yard from unwanted infestations.  It is also important to hire a professional for help if the infestation gets out of hand. All Star Animal Trapping services all of Los Angeles county and can solve any wildlife conflict permanently. ...

Even with all the accessories, bells and whistles in your garden, there’s nothing quite like a bit of wildlife visiting your domain. Having a few squirrels running around, or seeing your favorite bird pay you a visit, makes your home sanctuary even better. If you’re looking for ideas on how to invite these furry (or feathery) friends into your home, ...

With temperatures becoming warmer, Santa Clarita residents could see more coyotes as they become more active and are looking for food, officials said. During the spring and summer months, wildlife of all types begin to come out and become more active, said Russell Kimura, the regional park superintendent with the Placerita Nature Center. “Lately I have been seeing a coyote ...

After a video surfaced in January of a coyote climbing into the backyard of a Valencia home and attacking two dogs, local wildlife officials are encouraging residents to be aware of the potential threats posed by the predators of Santa Clarita’s natural ecosystem, and how to live in harmony with them. “Coyotes have a very important function in the environment: ...