Most Ingenious Squirrel Trap Designs

This trap is easy to build, humane, and doesn't require springs or levers. It uses body weight to close the door, ensuring safe capture and release.

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A simple, humane design using a vent pipe. It tips back and forth, closing the door with the squirrel's body weight, making it easy to release the animal.

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This trap is made from simple materials like wood and hardware cloth. It's easy to build and humane, making it suitable for catching and releasing squirrels alive.

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Uses a see-saw mechanism with a trigger to catch squirrels. It's a homemade design that can be effective with proper setup.

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A sturdy, box-style wooden trap that humanely dispatches rodents by triggering when bait is pulled. Effective for squirrels and similar-sized animals.