Chipmunks are part of a healthy ecosystem, although they sometimes damage garden plants.

Chipmunks: Friend or Foe?

Learning to live with a few chipmunks can reduce a lot of gardening headaches.

chipmunk eating in backyard

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Plus, chipmunks can actually benefit gardens and other landscapes in certain ways.

If you allow chipmunks to stick around, you may find lots to love about them.

Just double-check that no animals are lingering inside these hiding spots before you cover them up.

chipmunk eating berries

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Some gardeners have success using ultrasonic repellants or owl decoys for chipmunk control.

Use a Live Trap

Controlling chipmunks with deterrents and prevention is always a better option than trapping.

Trapping is also illegal in some areas and chipmunks often dont survive relocation.