Wildlife Management Across Cornwall

Cornwall’s rural landscape is home to a wide variety of wildlife. While most of these animals are an essential part of the natural environment, some can cause problems when they damage land, crops, gardens, or property. Pest Control Kernow provides humane and professional wildlife management throughout Cornwall, helping landowners, farmers, and homeowners control unwanted wildlife safely and responsibly.

Led by Paul, a local pest control specialist with years of experience, Pest Control Kernow delivers tailored solutions for managing species such as moles, rabbits, foxes, and squirrels. Every situation is assessed carefully to find the most ethical, effective, and environmentally friendly approach.

Moles are small and rarely seen, but the damage they cause can be extensive. Their tunnelling disturbs soil, damages lawns, and can undermine pasture and crops. For farmers, this increases the risk of machinery damage and contamination of silage.

Identifying Mole Activity

Moles create raised soil mounds known as molehills, usually appearing overnight. These are clear signs of tunnelling close to the surface. Freshly turned earth, ridges, and collapsed ground are further evidence of active burrows.

Professional Mole Trapping

Pest Control Kernow provides effective, humane mole trapping throughout Cornwall. Paul uses traditional trapping techniques that deliver fast results while ensuring animal welfare. Traps are placed with care, regularly checked, and removed as soon as the activity stops.

Preventing Recurrence

Once moles are removed, Paul offers advice on soil management and ground maintenance to reduce the likelihood of re-infestation. Regular monitoring helps identify early signs of new activity, allowing prompt response before damage spreads.

Rabbits are widespread across Cornwall and can cause severe damage to crops, gardens, and embankments. Their constant grazing reduces grass growth and weakens soil structure, while their burrows create hazards for livestock and machinery.

Assessing the Problem

Rabbit infestations vary from small garden populations to large-scale farmland issues. We begin with a detailed survey to understand the size and scope of the problem, the type of terrain, and any nearby food or shelter sources.

Effective Control Options

Pest Control Kernow offers several methods for controlling rabbits, chosen according to location and safety considerations. Options may include live trapping, proofing, or habitat management to make areas less attractive for burrowing.

For larger infestations, we coordinate a strategic approach to reduce numbers humanely and prevent rapid population recovery.

Fencing and Proofing

Rabbit-proof fencing provides one of the best long-term defences against re-infestation. We can advise on installation height, depth, and material quality to ensure lasting protection for your property or farmland.

Foxes are common throughout Cornwall and can cause damage in both rural and urban settings. They prey on livestock, disturb bins, and create noise at night. For farmers, fox attacks can result in significant losses, particularly among poultry and small animals

Understanding Fox Behaviour

Foxes are territorial and intelligent animals. They adapt quickly to human environments and are skilled at finding food and shelter. Effective fox management requires knowledge of their habits, breeding seasons, and movement patterns.

Safe and Legal Fox Management

All fox control carried out by Pest Control Kernow is performed safely and within UK law. We do not use illegal poisons or harmful methods. Instead, we focus on preventative measures such as fencing, secure livestock housing, and humane trapping where necessary.

Protecting Livestock

We work closely with smallholders and farmers to protect livestock through improved enclosure design, electric fencing, and habitat control. This reduces the need for direct fox removal and promotes a balanced approach to managing wildlife around agricultural land.

Grey squirrels, minks, and other nuisance wildlife can also cause property damage and environmental imbalance.

Grey Squirrel Control

Grey squirrels are a non-native species that can damage lofts, insulation, and wiring when they nest in buildings. They also harm trees by stripping bark, affecting woodland health. Pest Control Kernow provides humane control through trapping and exclusion methods designed to stop re-entry.

Mink and Other Pests

Minks are semi-aquatic predators that can damage fish stocks and harm native wildlife. We offer targeted management strategies for mink and other problem species where necessary, always in compliance with wildlife regulations.

• Local experience managing wildlife across Cornwall
• Fully humane and legal control methods
• Tailored plans for farms, estates, and private homes
• Professional, discreet, and environmentally responsible service
• Long-term prevention and proofing advice

Pest Control Kernow combines knowledge of rural environments with practical pest control expertise, offering dependable help for landowners and homeowners who want a safe, sustainable solution.

Areas Covered in Cornwall

We provide bird control and proofing services throughout Cornwall, including:

Truro
Falmouth
Newquay
Penzance
St Austell
Bodmin
Helston
Redruth
Camborne
Wadebridge

Wherever you are in Cornwall, our local service ensures quick response and reliable results.