INTRODUCTION
Rats and mice often cause great problems to humans and are the most dangerous contagious enemies. This is because, rodent brings various germs and diseases. The most common species found in Malaysia are Norwegian rats (Rattus norvegicus), roof rats (Rattus rattus), and home mice (Mus musculus).
Why rats are pests
- Phobia of rodents
- Vector for diseases
- Bite human and livestock animals
- Unpleasant odour - urine & droppings
- Contaminate food and drinks
- Destroyed furniture, electrical and hard objects
Signs of infestations
- Presence of urine & droppings
- Presence of black smear on sufarces
- Footprints
- Sounds of rat-running and squeaking
- Bite marks
- Rat burrows
How to control rodents
- Chemical control
- Use of commercial rodenticide
- Mechanical control
- Practice good sanitation and stock arrangement
- Remove any potential food source and shelter for rats
- Clean urine and rat droppings
- Use rat cage
- Proofing crack and crevices
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Types of rodents
- Mouse / Mice
- Roof rat
- Norway rat
How Pest Link treats rodents
- Thorough inspection
- Trap and tracking station
- Baiting
- Fumigation
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