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Baby Squirrel and Raccoon Season in New Jersey
Timing matters. Sealing a mother out while her babies are inside means hungry babies in your walls and a mother tearing your house open to get back to them.
Quick answer: Gray squirrels in New Jersey usually have babies in late winter–early spring and again in mid–late summer. Raccoons usually have kits in spring. Always check for young before sealing.
Seasonal calendar
| Time of year | Squirrels | Raccoons |
|---|---|---|
| Late winter (Feb–Mar) | First litters born; mothers nesting in attics | Mothers looking for dens |
| Spring (Apr–May) | Young in the nest, starting to move | Kits born in attics and chimneys |
| Summer (Jun–Aug) | Second litters begin | Kits growing, starting to follow the mother |
| Late summer (Aug–Sep) | Second litters in the nest | Young leaving dens |
| Fall–winter | Moving into attics for warmth | Less active in deep cold, but still moving |
Signs there are babies
- High-pitched squeaking or crying
- A mother coming and going frequently
- A nest of insulation and leaves in one spot
If you find young animals
- Don’t handle them
- Don’t seal any holes
- Keep pets and kids away
- Call a wildlife professional — we reunite young with the mother or wait until they can leave
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Common questions
When do squirrels have babies in New Jersey?
Usually twice a year: late winter to early spring, and again in mid to late summer.
When do raccoons have babies in New Jersey?
Mostly in spring. A raccoon in an attic or chimney from March to June very likely has kits.
Can you remove animals during baby season?
Yes, carefully. We locate the babies and either reunite them with the mother or wait until they’re old enough, then seal.
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Call 973-510-2585, text us or request a free quote online. Silver Bullet Pest Control is licensed and insured in New Jersey.