Found some strange pink, chalk-like pellets in my yard. No smell, very light. I have pets and a baby. Know what they are? Should I be concerned?

Absolutely — this is a serious concern. Here’s an article-style write-up addressing your situation clearly and responsibly:

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### Found Strange Pink, Chalk-Like Pellets in Your Yard? Here’s What You Need to Know (Especially If You Have Pets or Kids)

If you’ve recently found **pink, chalky pellets** scattered in your yard — and you’re not sure where they came from — it’s time to **stop and take notice.** The fact that you have **pets and a baby** makes this discovery even more important to investigate.

Let’s break it down: what could those mystery pellets be, and should you be worried?

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### What They Might Be

While it’s impossible to identify something definitively without testing, here are a few common possibilities for pink, chalk-like substances found outdoors:

#### 1. **Rodent or Insecticide Bait (Rodent Poison)**

* **Very likely possibility**
* Many commercial rodent baits are made into **pellet form** and dyed **pink, red, blue, or green** to distinguish them from food.
* These pellets are **lightweight, chalky, and odorless**, and can be **extremely toxic** to pets and children.
* Pets may sniff them out due to added attractants, and babies could easily mistake them for candy or a snack.

#### 2. **Fertilizer or Soil Additive**

* Some slow-release lawn or garden fertilizers come in pellet form and may be tinted.
* While generally not as toxic as poisons, they can still cause **digestive distress** or **chemical burns** if ingested.

#### 3. **Chalk or Colored Powder from Landscaping or Construction Materials**

* Less common, but possible if there was nearby work done.
* Still not safe to ingest, but likely not highly toxic.

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