Why use a Refuge Cage?

 

All squirrels are vulnerable to cold and wet weather and they may not survive if held captive for a long period or overnight in an open cage trap.

 

Animals captured in cage traps set on the ground are also vulnerable to attacks from predators such as foxes, badgers, crows, cats  and dogs.

 

The Elgeeco Squirrel Trap is on a Fence or in a tree away from predators but a covered refuge cage attached below the floor door provides a darkened weatherproof compartment into which a captured squirrel can retreat if it wishes.

 

In red squirrels areas, nesting material should also be put inside the cage.

 

Elgeeco Refuge Cages now include two hooks and springs for easy attachment to the bottom of the Elgeeco Squirrel Trap.