Rodent Control Methods

Friday, March 4, 2022 Media Contact: Trisha Gedon | Communications Specialist | 405-744-3625 | trisha.gedon@okstate.edu When gardeners see insects in the garden, they often fear these multi-legged creatures will chew and chomp their way through the landscape and leave a trail of destruction in their wake. While there are some insects capable of such damage in a garden — including aphids, cutworms and caterpillars — many insects are actually beneficial and are found anywhere from below the soil surface to the tree canopy, said David Hillock, Oklahoma State University Extension consumer horticulturist. "Gardeners obviously don't want to offer insects a delicious salad bar, but before ...

Lawmakers are one vote away from making raccoons and opossums fair game year-round. House Bill 1147 would allow private landowners to hunt and trap the two species throughout the entire year, instead of during a set four-month hunting season. It also allows the Department of Natural Resources to change the season's length on public lands if deemed necessary. The proposal already passed the House chamber and was voted out of committee in the Senate on Tuesday. Proponents of the bill cite a declining wild turkey population at the hands of the two predators, which rummage their nests for eggs. State Rep. Trey Rhodes, a Greensboro Republican and the sponsor of the bill, argues the measure gives the birds a little extra cushion to rebound in population.  "Bottom line, we've got an overpopulation right now of raccoons and possums," he said. "They're very adaptive animals, they can live in a lot of places and they've really t...

Do you have unwanted critters in and around your home? Keep the unwelcome houseguests away with the best wildlife removal services. BobVila.com and its partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. Photo: istockphoto.com Some homeowners may try to handle critter control independently, but wildlife trapping is best left to the professionals. Raccoons, squirrels, birds, and more can move in and make themselves at home in your attic, basement, or yard. This raises the concern of damage to the structure and the spread of disease. There are many reasons wildlife may want to come into our homes, including looking for warmth or food. Many of these animals have lost their natural habitats due to land development and human encroachment into areas the animals typically inhabit. This results in animals exploring more urban areas for food and a safe place to stay. When it's time to call in a professional for wildlife control, consider several factors befo...

Robert Brum  |  For The Journal News She's been bitten by a rabid raccoon, tangled with a boa constrictor in a motel room, and helped a generation of Rocklanders adjust to sharing their neighborhoods with bears, coyotes and foxes. Along the way, Pat McCoy-Coleman has encountered scores of reptiles, raptors, wild and domestic canines, feral cats, wild turkeys, animal abusers and hoarders. Now the Stony Point resident will have more time to spend with her own critters — a pair of golden retrievers named Kate and Ted E. Bear. McCoy-Coleman recently retired as Clarkstown's animal control officer, a job she started in 1981 when the position was simply called dog warden. Dining : 7 new places to try in Rockland Airmont: Residents concerned about cemetery, mikvah projects Crime: Ex-Suffern funeral home director sentenced for thefts McCoy-Coleman took the job with no formal instruction but plenty of hands-on experience from breeding, training and showing golden re...

While the Western Cape may not seem to be embroiled in an international conflict, it is indeed under attack. The aggressors are two invasive species – the German Wasp and the European Paper Wasp – which have progressively been advancing through the province for years. Last week, the City of Cape Town sent out a plea to residents to report sightings of these yellow-and-black insects, stating that, over the past few months, the City had been battling with an invasion of these wasps. At the forefront of gathering intel on these invaders is Dr Ruan Veldtman, an entomologist employed by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (Sanbi) since 2006. In 2012, he started the Sanbi Invasive Wasp Project, comprising both the German Wasp and European Paper Wasp. Two years ago, he moved to the Western Cape Biological Invasions team which is responsible for monitoring and eradicating new invasions in the province. Together with Dr Derek Daly, an expert on Vespula behavioural ecology from Liv...

READING, Pa. - As if 2020 didn't present enough challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 could be a banner year for pests around the country. To help residents prepare for 2021, entomologists from Rentokil and its family of pest control providers used field knowledge and data to provide their predictions for pests in the upcoming year. Rodents, Rodents Everywhere With shutdowns across the country, it's no surprise that rodents are on the rise nationwide. Empty buildings, the scarcity of food and warmer winters have combined to create a rodent apocalypse. "We're seeing more rats in urban, suburban and rural settings because of the shutdowns," said Marc Potzler, Board Certified Entomologist with Ehrlich Pest Control. "Food sources are cut off, and rats are having to travel to scavenge for food. We've seen rats out in public during the day, which is highly unusual. "Warmer winters have also allowed for mice populations to boom in residential areas ...

NOTICE OF DELIVERY SERVICE DELAYS DC Health is experiencing delays in mail availability due to the impact of COVID-19 on the US postal service. We appreciate your patience as we continue to process all mail in as timely a manner as possible. Mission: To protect the public health and safety of the residents and visitors of the District by reducing rodent activity and other vectors through proactive surveys, inspections, baiting, enforcement, community outreach and distribution of educational materials. Vision: To be the public health guardian of the District, its residents and visitors by controlling rodent and vector activity through advance and innovative means. Frequently Asked Questions What is a burrow? A hole dug by a small animal. Does the Rodent and Vector Control Unit use bait boxes to treat for rats? No. Is the chemical used in rodent treatment harmful to kids and small animals? To preven...

March 25, 2022 Share this: (Gloucester Township, NJ) – The Camden County Health Department has been notified by the New Jersey Department of Health and Human Services (NJDHHS) that a raccoon removed from a yard in Lindenwold has tested positive for rabies.   On March 19, a family dog was attacked by a raccoon in the yard of a Lindenwold home. The Animal Control Officer (ACO) for Lindenwold picked up the raccoon and arranged for rabies testing at the state Public Health & Environmental Laboratories in Tre...

Fraser fir Christmas trees are a best seller during Christmas season, and they make up the vast majority of Christmas trees grown in the southeastern U.S. A new guide offers a review of pests and their management strategies for Fraser firs in the southeastern region. (Photo by Jerry Moody, North Carolina State University) " data-image-caption=" Fraser fir Christmas trees are a best seller during Christmas season, and they make up the vast majority of Christmas trees grown in the southeastern U.S. A new guide offers a review of pests and their management strategies for Fraser firs in the southeastern region. (Photo by Jerry Moody, North Carolina State University) " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/entomologytoday.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/fraser-fir-trees-farm.jpeg?fit=390%2C293&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/entomologytoday.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/fraser-fir-trees-farm.jpeg?fit=878%2C659&ssl=1" class=...

Average pest control cost Pest control can sometimes be purchased as an a la carte service, such as bedbug or wildlife solutions. However, many homeowners opt for an ongoing plan to prevent future issues while dealing with current pests. For preventive services, it's best to sign up for a yearly plan, which is typically paid monthly or quarterly. Based on our secret shopping, we found that the national average for general pest control plans is $51 per month , or $152 for each quarterly pest control visit if that's how you prefer to pay. Adding specialized treatments for bedbugs, wildlife control or termites will increase that number. A one-time visit can range from $150 for ants or fleas to $8,000 for fumigation services. Most pest control companies make quarterly visits to your home. Note that your initial visit and treatment are typically a bit more expensive than ongoing visits. This initial treatment can range from $99 to $350 , depending on your selected provider an...