An animal deterring device for use in keeping wild animals away from a specific area. The animal deterring device includes a housing having a motion detector thereon that is configured to detect the presence of an animal in the vicinity thereof. The motion detector is part of a control circuit, wherein upon detection of an animal, the animal deterring device activates an alarm and/or a light for the purpose of scaring the animal away. In some embodiments a camera is further included, wherein the camera takes pictures or video in order to allow the user to determine what type of animal is in the area. The housing can be mounted on a support object, such as a tree or fence, or can be positioned on a tripod.
