How to deal with a bear: 18 proven methods

Who is a bear

Medvedka.

Medvedka insect is a large underground pest. It has a long brown-brown body, completely covered with hair. The forelimbs are modified and are excellent for digging.

The animal feeds on many things. There are exclusively herbivorous individuals, and there are lovers of small insects. Their offspring are raised in nests underground, and mating takes place on the surface. The result of vital activity are eaten and spoiled products.

How to recognize the appearance of a bear

You can detect an animal if you face it face to face. When it gets warmer, they actively get out on the surface in search of partners for mating. But not everyone is “lucky” to meet with a cabbage girl face to face. There are a number of other visual signs:

Medvedka on her way.

• grass areas are almost cut to the root. Medvedka cleans grass in places where she makes masonry, because she loves the sun and warmth;
• burrows and passages underground. They are similar to molehills, only smaller in size;
• chatter after sunset. This sound is made by males to lure females. It sounds unpleasant, once you hear it, you can’t forget it and don’t confuse it.

Ways to deal with a bear

A voracious pest must be disposed of immediately when the first signs appear. The choice of method depends on a number of factors - conditions, time of year and quantity. To get rid of the bear forever - you need to comprehensively approach the problem.

Scarers

Medvedka repellers.

These are special devices and devices that expel malicious pests from the site. They make a sound that makes the bear panic and get lost. But they are also dangerous for other animals, including pets.

Repellers work from conventional or solar batteries. Install them around the perimeter of the site. There are different types of devices:

• ultrasound;
• vibrating;
• combined.

They have pros and cons:

Special drugs

These are chemicals that are poisonous to the pest. They can be in different forms:

Medvedka medicine.

• baits in granules;
• powder for making gruel;
• means for processing roots or bulbs.

They must be used according to the instructions for your own safety and plants. Most drugs act in a complex way on a variety of pests.

Proper use and popular effective methods can be viewed in the article linked.

Traps for a live individual

Usually a glass or tin can is used. The bait is placed inside it and placed at ground level. The pest climbs in search of tasty food and cannot get out.

You can lure:

1. Sweet drinks.
2. Beer or kvass.
3. Sunflower oil.
4. Honey or jam.

The walls inside are smeared so that the bear cannot get out. It is necessary to periodically check the traps, throw out the victims and replenish the bait.

earth trap

In autumn, a trap is prepared, which helps to destroy a large number of animals at once.

1. In the soil on the site, holes are made half a meter deep, two or three around the perimeter.
2. A few shovels of manure are poured into them and a little water is added.
3. Cover and leave for a couple of weeks.
4. After the time has passed, the hole is dug up and those animals that find themselves in it are killed.

And fall into such a trap many pests. Bears are very fond of manure, often it is in it that they make a wintering place for themselves. At this stage, they are easy to destroy.

Folk remedies

These simple methods appeal to gardeners because they are safe for beneficial insects and pets. Even a beginner can cook them, and there is no trick to use.

Eggshell

Egg shells are good for protecting seedlings. It can serve as both a mechanical barrier and a poison bait. It will take a large amount of shell, so it is harvested in advance.

Detailed instructions on how to use the shell link to portal article.

Mechanical protection

Many gardeners try to protect the roots mechanically. To do this, they are wrapped with a barrier agent, which will prevent the bear from biting or damaging the spine. This serves:

• plastic bottle;
  

  Protection of the roots from the bear.

• mosquito net;
• kapron stockings.

Roots from the very bottom to the top, so that the protection rises 5 cm above the ground. Dense material ensures integrity. However, it is necessary to show prudence, not to overtighten so much that the culture will have nowhere to grow.

Prevention of the appearance of a bear

A huge difficulty in the fight against the bear is that it can return to the site under favorable conditions. Only timely and proper prevention will help protect the site from the appearance of new individuals:

1. Digging and loosening the soil twice a season.
2. Alder and bird cherry scare away. It is necessary to dig in fresh rods in the area. But it can be problematic to do so.
3. On the site you can plant calendula, chrysanthemums and marigolds. The aroma of these flowers does not like the bear.
4. When planting or sowing, you need to use folk methods, spill or spill the soil.
5. The perimeter of the site can be fenced. Dig in wooden scraps, metal or slate along the fence to a depth of 50 cm. Kapustyanka does not dig.

Conclusion

To get rid of the bear, you need to take a comprehensive approach to the problem. At the same time, do not forget about preventive measures. With timely complex actions, you can save the crop from a toothy and strong pest.