Squirrels are the true threat to America’s infrastructure

Grist ^ | 29 Jan 2014 | Sarah Laskow

[Fresh Wind]

one thing to consider is making the plastic around cables taste bad. many plastics that coat wires, when warm from current, outgass and that gives off a sweet smell. some critters believe wires are actually a tasty root or plant.

Apparently rodents are now becoming a problem for car owners as well. They like to eat the hoses and insulation on wires. Honda actually sells rodent tape to wrap around hoses, which is flavored with capsaicin which they won't touch.

The problem? The environmental wackos have forced manufacturers into using biodegradable materials, and the rodents love the stuff.

Just another way that liberalism causes problems and expense for normal people.

[thackney]

Do not cut off the tail first. Use the tail to stand on while you pull the squirrel out of the hide.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZB7iE2b21M