Most burrow systems are within 2 to 3 feet of the surface of the ground, but they may occasionally be up to 6 feet or more in depth. Burrows can be single tunnels or complex branching systems.

How do you stop ground squirrels from digging?

Install tall fencing or netting around gardens or bushes you don't want these animals getting into. Make sure the fencing goes at least a foot underground. Use motion sensor water sprinklers to scare squirrels away with water. Plant mint plants around your home to repel the ground squirrels.

Can you drown ground squirrels?

You can drown it. Many experts say that drowning is a peaceful death. Dropping the California squirrel, cage and all, in a large body of water, will drown it in 2-4 minutes. Make sure cage doors are secure and the water covers the entire cage.