RATSAK Pre-Baited Mouse Trap
Comes ready-to-use with a non-toxic bait , which is highly attractive to mice. Just remove the foil, set and place.
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Rattus spp. and Mus domesticus
Having rats and mice in the home and garden can endanger human and animal physical health and may also have implications for human mental health. Rats and mice damage property and possessions and contaminate food, leading to food wastage. The most common rat and mouse species are the Black Rat (Rattus rattus), Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus) and House Mouse (Mus musculus).
To ensure rats and mice are quickly and effectively controlled in and around the home, a holistic approach must be taken. It is crucial to either kill (or capture-and-release) rats and mice via the use of baits or traps, or a combination of both. It is essential to remove all food and water sources. Where possible, stop rats and mice from physically entering the house, and make shelter and nesting areas less hospitable.
Baits
RATSAK bait products should be carefully chosen according to the situation. One must also consider the suitability of the product based on the presence of children and pets, and the location and environment.
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Traps
RATSAK trap products are suitable for most areas when used safely and according to label instructions.
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Getting rid of a dead rat or mouse
Cleaning up after rats and mice
Protecting your pets
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Rats and mice are prolific breeders and if left uncontrolled can quickly develop into plague proportions. High reproductive rate, the ability to survive on a wide range of food sources and ease of travel throughout their environment, contributes to their astounding success.
Rats and mice can carry parasites, such as fleas and ticks, and diseases such as plagues, leptospirosis and typhus fever, some of which can be transmitted to humans, pets and livestock. Transmission is often caused by rat and mouse scratches and bites, or by coming into contact with their saliva, faeces and urine. Contamination and wastage of human food, pet food and bird seed is attributed to the parasites, diseases and other germs brought in by rats and mice.
Rats and mice can cause serious damage to possessions and property from gnawing on building materials, structures and wiring; producing stains, foul-smelling odours and mess; and feeding on crops, garden plants and gardening products.
Given the serious risks and extensive damage, it’s important to prevent, control and monitor for rats and mice in and around the house and garden.
Description
Rats and mice are small rodent mammals which are distinguished by perpetually growing chisel-like front teeth. One pair lies in the upper jaw, while the other pair is in the lower jaw. The Black Rat, Brown Rat and House Mouse all have yellowing enamel on their front teeth and generally live in small to large groups.
Lifecycle
Habitat
Rats and mice prefer warm, dry, sheltered and quiet areas with access to food and water. They are generally most active during the night, although they may also be seen during the day.
Rats and mice can be found in the home and garden at anytime of year, however they are especially known for entering indoor areas in autumn and winter to escape the cold.
Rats and mice can be found in:
Rats and mice are omnivores and feed on a wide variety of animal and plant material such as:
Natural enemies
Birds, reptiles, other rats and mice, dogs, cats, foxes, parasites and diseases.
The obvious sign of an infestation is a living or a dead mouse or rat. Other ways to further identify rats or mice in and around the house and garden include:
Droppings
Urine stains
Hairs
Nests
Odour
Gnawing
Tracks, foot prints and tail marks
Burrowing
Rub marks
Sounds
Behaviour
Signs of rats and mice are sometimes confused with birds, possums, and other animals. Before setting out any baits, traps or repellents, ensure the issue has been properly identified from various signs of rats and mice.
Monitor regularly, checking for signs of rats and mice (see ‘Symptoms of Rats and Mice damage’). Preventing rats and mice will not only reduce the likelihood of future infestations, but will also help to control a current infestation.
Remove entry points:
Remove shelter sources:
Remove food sources:
Remove water sources:
Rats and mice cause damage to plants by feeding, gnawing and burrowing. They can damage seedlings, roots, tubers, fruits, vegetables, nuts and grains. Produce may be picked up and taken away, suffer bite marks, gnaw marks or small chewed holes - the whole fruit or vegetable is unlikely to be consumed. All fruits and vegetables are vulnerable to attack, however the more thin-skinned and sweet crops are generally preferred.
Some rats strip bark off trees. Dense vegetation such as ground covers and grasses can be damaged from their runway tracks. Burrowing can make the lawn uneven, and cause the lawn and plants to dry out.
Some examples of fruits attacked include:
Some examples of vegetables attacked include:
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