Discussion Moles Moles were active in 1998, and agents received numerous calls regarding damage in home lawns. Moles caused most of their damage to home lawns in spring, summer, and fall. Moles created surface tunnels as well as mounds of soil, which are the result of digging deeper to build nests or to avoid freezing soils. In order to learn about mole control, one must understand the nature and habits of moles. Since they are insectivores, the primary diet is earthworms and other soft insects.
Trapping takes time and patience in order to eliminate moles but is still the best recommendation.
Contact your local Division of Wildlife office for information on habits and trapping. Squirrels Squirrels were found in an attic chewing up baskets in April and were also reported to be cutting off branches of ash trees in June. Apparently, they were sharpening their teeth by chewing on tree branches. Of course, this can be a time-consuming venture. Tree squirrels are common residents in the urban forests of Ohio, and they will occasionally nest in attics or walls of homes.