I recently evicted a racoon from inside my basement. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to locate entry point. Most likely under my deck. Before I tear up deck boards, I thought I’d place a security cameras in basement.

I do not have a home security system but do have a mesh network. So, I am in need of advice on which camera system is best.

Featured I’d like are motion activated, night vision, ability to record and send live video/images to my phone/app, hard wired preferred but battery ok.

I prefer a stand alone setup as i do not want a whole home setup (doorbell cam, main hub, monthly fees for cloud storage Etc)

I do not want motion activated lights because i think it may scare critter b4 i can see entry. My apologies in advance for being a newb and unversed in lingo.