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Voles (right) are small mice-like mammals that live in field and shrub habitats. Voles can cause damage by eating flower bulbs, girdling the stems of woody plants and gnawing roots. Plants not killed outright may be invaded by diseases or die from water stress during periods of drought.
Left unchecked, voles can cause major damage to ornamental landscapes (lower right photo). The most effective control for voles is to locate their runways and apply a baited rodenticide. Several applications may be necessary to achieve control. After control is achieved, the infected area should be checked twice annually, once in the spring and once in the fall. |
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