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it is hungry - killing or trapping it will only work until the next one moves into that territory and starts munching down

I bet you used an oil based deck stain, right?

They want the oil like you want bacon.

Call a good paint store and try a water based stain or one with something squirrels don't like mixed into it.

And a pet martin will make the squirrels think twice about effing around in your yard.