| Author | Thread |
|
|
03/16/2008 02:14:40 AM · #101 |
Im not a fan of hunting, but those bullets do some damage. I would hate for some people here in Houston to get a hold of those. |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 09:50:15 AM · #102 |
Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:
: ) |
got the greatest name for this machine of Slippys.
The Slippyzooka.
Slippyzooka productions presents, "Varmints in Space: The Slippyzooka Adventures".
I can see it now.
Maybe we can get some backing and get a pilot on the Military Channel, or Discovery Channel, or maybe the Animal Channel.
|
|
|
|
03/16/2008 11:54:18 AM · #103 |
Originally posted by Man_Called_Horse:
Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:
: ) |
got the greatest name for this machine of Slippys.
The Slippyzooka.
Slippyzooka productions presents, "Varmints in Space: The Slippyzooka Adventures".
I can see it now.
Maybe we can get some backing and get a pilot on the Military Channel, or Discovery Channel, or maybe the Animal Channel. |
Hehe, and I know who's houses I'd use this to shoot squirrels through, too. :-D
|
|
|
|
03/16/2008 12:59:48 PM · #104 |
Originally posted by drewbixcube:
Originally posted by MikeJ:
I've made my comments and people can either disagree with them or not.
Mike |
I tried to just read this thread or ignore it and not get involved. But, as a Wildlife Biologist (specializing in wildlife damage prevention and control), I have to agree with Mike. The translocation of squirrels is a questionable practice because of the stress placed on transported and resident squirrels and concerns regarding the transmission of diseases (especially because you released the squirrels in an area they normally could not get to...the other side of a deep chasm). The practice of trapping and relocating problem wildlife is illegal in most of the U.S. for these reasons (check local listings), although I am unsure about this in Canada.
In my several years of studying natural resources and biology, I can tell you that it would be better for all squirrels (ones in the house and in the park) had you not translocated them. First the house squirrels: The process of being captured, handled and relocated is VERY stressful, which makes the individual squirrels more likely to contract and spread diseases. As Mike suggested, you are releasing them in an unfamiliar area during an inopportune time of year to find food. Sure people might try to feed them (but the last time they saw a person, that person caught them and relocated them here). Now for the park squirrel population: You have now introduced several squirrels to their population that could otherwise never be there (deep chasm between them). This chasm has created separate populations with separate gene pools and separate genetic qualities (immunity/susceptibility to diseases). Did you do blood tests on the captured squirrels to insure they would not transmit diseases (squirrel fibroma, cutaneous warbles, congenital alopecia, dermatophytoses, notoedric mange, louse bite lesions) to the park population? You could have also introduced genetic defects into the park population, as well as introduced the house squirrel to genetic defects/diseases that are in the park (think Native Americans, Europeans, and smallpox on a smaller, squirrel-sized scale).
The best way to deal with damage causing squirrels is to a combination of excluding them from entering the house, removing trees or their branches that allow them access to the house, using smell repellents (such as moth balls), lethal trapping, and lethal shooting.
I hope I didn't rain on your parade, but I felt I needed to back Mike up a little. These are just some things to think about next time people are dealing with damage causing wildlife. If you have any questions or would like specific direction on methods used to control this type of damage, feel free to drop me an email or PM.
-drew |
EXCELLENT post!
We had a squirrel problem here and we captured them and released them back into our BACKYARD, then sealed up the area they were getting into the garage. Yes, they can do damage....GREAT damage as a matter of fact once they enter a house or a shed or a garage, but they are nature's creatures and they don't have a "logical brain" as we do in order to rationalize that moving into our homes is not a "good thing". They are seeking warmth and shelter like all of us and doing it through instinct, not logic.
We, with the more "powerful brains" (sometimes *grin*) have to do the thinking for them and use "kindness" in the process. We share this planet with these creatures and while they can sometimes invade "our territory", we also invade theirs on a daily basis.
How many of their homes have we destroyed in cutting down trees because these trees overshadow our "flower gardens"? How many "wildlife areas" have we gotten rid of in order to build our own homes or condo buildings or shopping complexes? We are destructive in their world too! As the "higher brained" creatures, we should recognize that fact.
I know that this was meant to be a "light hearted" thing here, but when I see pictures of caged wildlife, I wonder how it would be for us were THEY able to capture us and put us in cages and snap shots? *grin*
Message edited by author 2008-03-16 13:01:46. |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 01:08:11 PM · #105 |
Originally posted by Man_Called_Horse:
Problems or not. Getting rid of one varmint for another, what ever.
I still think an 80mm, long ass tube, and an enclosed rocketed projectile could be the makings of your next video.
"Squirls in Space" a film by Slippy.
It would be cool man.
Catch the varmint. Dress it in a little space suit. Stick it in the projectile. Aim the mother of all big ass tubes into the sky. Light the fuse. Step back, and watch the show.
All on video tape.
Have some background music like Elton Johns "Benny and the Jets", or David Bowies "Major Tom".
Think about it.....at least just think about it. |
Now, there's some "intelligent" thinking! And, the "minds" watching that video could lead the country! |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 01:11:34 PM · #106 |
It's the fact that people WATCH it that gives more impetus for those who make 'em! |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 01:43:32 PM · #107 |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 01:50:12 PM · #108 |
Has anyone thought of building a little "squirrel house" ? Mount it on a pole or pipe in the back yard, close enough to a tree for them to jump to it, Run a little power out, and put a light bulb in the pipe under the floor of the house to keep it a little warmer. By putting some feed inside, or nearby, the squirrels would soon find it to be warm, and may set up camp there instead of someplace indoors where they are not wanted. A plexiglass roof panel would allow them to see out at the top and let light in for them.
Just a thought. Sometimes it is better for all involved to coexist in this crowded world.
Armadillos are the best for launching with the melon muskets, because they curl into a nice little ball shape. Two turtles seem to work pretty well too if you duct tape them belly to belly.
 [thumb]658490[/thumb]
Only kiddin' : )
|
|
|
|
03/16/2008 05:33:38 PM · #109 |
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
....snip....I know that this was meant to be a "light hearted" thing here, but when I see pictures of caged wildlife, I wonder how it would be for us were THEY able to capture us and put us in cages and snap shots? *grin* |
We're probably closer to finding out, now that I've relocated some of them, let the mutations begin! :-O
|
|
|
|
03/16/2008 10:43:30 PM · #110 |
Originally posted by Strikeslip:
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
....snip....I know that this was meant to be a "light hearted" thing here, but when I see pictures of caged wildlife, I wonder how it would be for us were THEY able to capture us and put us in cages and snap shots? *grin* |
We're probably closer to finding out, now that I've relocated some of them, let the mutations begin! :-O |
When they've captured your portrait "behind bars"...post it! *grin* |
|
|
|
03/16/2008 11:14:37 PM · #111 |
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
Originally posted by Strikeslip:
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
....snip....I know that this was meant to be a "light hearted" thing here, but when I see pictures of caged wildlife, I wonder how it would be for us were THEY able to capture us and put us in cages and snap shots? *grin* |
We're probably closer to finding out, now that I've relocated some of them, let the mutations begin! :-O |
When they've captured your portrait "behind bars"...post it! *grin* |
I'll make a photo-video montage. I just hope the mutant-squirrels know my favourite brand of beer to use as bait, so I'll be happy on the way to wherever they release me to spread my genetic defects. A large body of water separates me from Hawaii, maybe they'll take me there in a giant cage fasioned from nuts. :-D
|
|
|
|
03/17/2008 12:54:31 AM · #112 |
Originally posted by Strikeslip:
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
Originally posted by Strikeslip:
Originally posted by PhotoInterest:
....snip....I know that this was meant to be a "light hearted" thing here, but when I see pictures of caged wildlife, I wonder how it would be for us were THEY able to capture us and put us in cages and snap shots? *grin* |
We're probably closer to finding out, now that I've relocated some of them, let the mutations begin! :-O |
When they've captured your portrait "behind bars"...post it! *grin* |
I'll make a photo-video montage. I just hope the mutant-squirrels know my favourite brand of beer to use as bait, so I'll be happy on the way to wherever they release me to spread my genetic defects. A large body of water separates me from Hawaii, maybe they'll take me there in a giant cage fasioned from nuts. :-D |
Hey, could be Iceland!!! Beer on ice and great winning DPC material to shoot! ;)
Be sure they pack your "long undies" *grin*
Message edited by author 2008-03-17 00:55:11. |
|
|
|
03/17/2008 01:22:04 AM · #113 |
Don't think of it as hurting the squirrel population so much as helping the bacteria and virus population. Does no one care about the poor innocent lives of the parasites? Sure, he may have forever changed the squirrel population of that area - possibly killing thousands of squirrels with his one "selfish" action but think of the millions of predatory micro-organisms he's helping to propagate. Slippy should be hailed as a hero, savior of millions! Thanks Slippy! I for one welcome our new microscopic overloads!
(this message brought to you by the Plague Infestation Foundation of America (PIFA) ) |
|
|
|
03/17/2008 02:04:31 AM · #114 |
Slippy, your timing is right for the "Mug Shot" challenge if you get hauled in for squirrel population scrambling this week LOL.
|
|
|
|
03/17/2008 09:55:41 AM · #115 |
| [thumb]658925[/thumb]Hey Slippy, when your incarcerated they give you snack-cups! |
|
|
|
03/17/2008 10:16:03 AM · #116 |
Originally posted by MelonMusketeer:
Slippy, your timing is right for the "Mug Shot" challenge if you get hauled in for squirrel population scrambling this week LOL. |
|
|
|
|
03/17/2008 10:22:00 AM · #117 |
Originally posted by dassilem:
At this point the concrete worked, after they poo'd on it I haven't seen them since...but then again I would presume (?) they are hibernating now? |
Yep the skunks were hibernating...it is getting close to the time of year when they start waking up and wandering around. I smelled quite a few this weekend on our cross-state road trip. My phone should be ringing any minute! |
|
|
|
03/17/2008 10:25:10 AM · #118 |
You ended up with some unfortunate numbers at the end of your id...666...maybe the "Beast" will turn out to be a giant squirrel. I hope those mutations don't happen too fast, I don't want to have to help build a trap for it! |
|
|
|
03/17/2008 10:49:21 AM · #119 |
i think the squirrel-relocater/violation cells are on the the same wing as the fish relocators cells...;D
|
|
|
|
03/17/2008 09:31:50 PM · #120 |
Originally posted by DjFenzl:
Don't think of it as hurting the squirrel population so much as helping the bacteria and virus population. Does no one care about the poor innocent lives of the parasites? Sure, he may have forever changed the squirrel population of that area - possibly killing thousands of squirrels with his one "selfish" action but think of the millions of predatory micro-organisms he's helping to propagate. Slippy should be hailed as a hero, savior of millions! Thanks Slippy! I for one welcome our new microscopic overloads!
(this message brought to you by the Plague Infestation Foundation of America (PIFA) ) |
One just hopes that it's not one's own neighborhood! *grin* |
|
|
|
03/23/2008 08:05:23 PM · #121 |
So... I showed this thread to my brother, and he was concerned about the points brought up by  drewbixcube Wildlife Biologist, MikeJ and their supporters. So he sent me a couple of videos and a bunch of photos of his new method of environmentally friendly squirrel removal:
//www.youtube.com/watch?v=avby_MJuDsg The other video is probably too graphic for DPC.
... *scratchballs* *wink*
Message edited by author 2008-03-23 20:39:26.
|
|
|
|
03/24/2008 06:43:46 PM · #122 |
I thought I'd be in the shit for posting this?
|
|
|
|
03/24/2008 06:45:53 PM · #123 |
you will be - just give it time ;}
tell your bro he needs to aim better... then there won't be any whining.
BTW i had a pet red squirrel when i was a kid, but still understand the fact they can cause your house to burn down. i doubt anyone hasn't killed a mouse at some point in their lives...
Message edited by author 2008-03-24 18:48:20.
|
|
|
|
03/25/2008 08:22:58 PM · #124 |
|
|
|
03/27/2008 08:10:21 PM · #125 |
Slippy, I finally remembered to watch your videos at home (YouTube blocked at work). Pretty nice footage and photos. I think your brother's new way is more effective than the old way. Tell him I said, "Nice shot!" Headshots are the best, unless you are going to cook and eat the brains (I hear they are the best part, but haven't tried them). Tell 'em to try the meat rubbed with olive oil, salt, and pepper; then wrapped in bacon; and grilled. Should be less "game-y".
Happy Hunting!
-drew |
|
Home -
Challenges -
Community -
League -
Photos -
Cameras -
Lenses -
Learn -
Help -
Terms of Use -
Privacy -
Top ^
DPChallenge, and website content and design, Copyright © 2001-2025 Challenging Technologies, LLC.
All digital photo copyrights belong to the photographers and may not be used without permission.
Current Server Time: 08/23/2025 04:51:14 PM EDT.
