Title: How to Get Rid of Shrews (Naturally) - 2021 | BugWiz
Headings: How to Get Rid of Shrews (Naturally) – 2021
How to Get Rid of Shrews (Naturally) – 2021
So, you’ve got a rodent problem- specifically, shrews. And you want to get rid of shrews. Fast.
Let’s get rid of your shrew problem!
Last updated: 1/21/21. This guide has been updated for accuracy.
Sections
What’s a shrew?
Where do shrews live?
Are shrews harmful to humans?
Shrew vs. vole vs. mole
Shrews have:
Moles have:
Voles have:
Are shrews aggressive?
Feeling lost? No time? No energy?
Shrews and Minnesota
Do shrews climb walls?
Where do shrews live?
Do shrews live in groups?
Do shrews carry rabies?
Do shrews dig holes?
Do they dig tunnels?
How to tell if you have shrews
You’ll find any of the following:
Shrews in the attic
What do shrews eat in the house?
Shrews eat any of the following pests:
Shrews also eat a variety of plants, including:
Keep your home safe from shrews
When they’re in your house, they’ll eat any of the following:
How to get rid of a shrew infestation
How to get rid of shrews naturally
Shrew traps at home (DIY)
How to build a DIY shrew trap
Using the trap
Essential oils to get rid of shrews
Here’s how to use peppermint essential oil to repel shrews:
Here are other essential oils effective against shrews:
Diatomaceous Earth (DE)
How to get rid of shrews in your yard
How to get rid of shrews in your home
Did you get rid of your shrew problem?

Content: Shrews eat everything from plants, mice, snakes, frogs, pigeons, salamanders, and even other shrews. When they consume these prey, they have the possibility of contracting or carrying specific bacteria, parasites, or diseases that may be transmitted to humans through bites. Shrew vs. vole vs. mole
The differences between shrews, moles, voles, and mice are minimal, so they’re often confused. Shrews and voles are often confused. Knowing which rodent you’re dealing with will be important so you can get the right kind of strategy to kill them. Here are some key differences between shrews, moles, and voles: Shrews have: Small front feet
Small eyes
Snout that’s pointed
Moles have: Shorter pointed snout than shrews
Large feet
Small eyes and ears that aren’t visible
Not often found in homes
Eats bugs
Voles have: Rounded nose with no snout
Rounded ears
Stays out in nature
Small front feet
Eats plants
Doesn’t usually get into buildings
Are shrews aggressive?