Trees growing next to buildings and other objects cannot be adequately protected by banding. Trapping squirrels in live traps and transporting them to less populated areas has not proven effective either. Several species of scratching birds can consume enough pine seed to render artifically seeded areas worthless. Pine seed should be treated with a repellent before they are sown or broadcast. Be sure to check with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources before applying any control to an animal population.
Game laws change periodically depending on animal population trends.