Identifying and Excluding Rose-Eating Wildlife: Cages, Traps, and Habitat Clues

Suspects

Damage to roses + annuals (asters, marigolds) but not iris/daisies suggests deer or rabbits (moles/voles eat roots, not tops).

Live trap (rent from animal shelter).
Chicken wire cage: Small mesh, 3-ft tall, staked through mesh so animals can't dig under or push over.

Fencing the whole bed is more practical than individual cages.

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