RODENT 鼠类

GENERAL BIOLOGY

Rodent achieving sexual maturity – 1 to 3 months depending on species
They reproduce 4 to 8 sets of offspring per annum, containing 1 to 12 rats per offspring
The lifespan of the rodents is about 1 year.
Rodents are good swimmers, climber, jumper, highly intelligent creatures.
They are neophobia, so they develop bait and trap shyness very easily.

RODENT SPECIES THAT WERE COMMONLY FOUND IN SINGAPORE

	House Mouse, Mus Musculus	Roof Rat, Rattus rattus	Norway Rat, Rattus norvegicus
Appearance	Sharp snout, tail is longer than the body and head	Pointed snout, tail is longer than the body	Blunt nose and muzzle
Habitat	Warehouse	Roof in the building	Coastal, riverbanks, lower portions of building, basement, garbage dump and sewers
Behaviour	Good Climber	Good climber, poor swimmer	Good swimmer, climer and burrower
Body size	Small Size, 6-9cm, 200-300g	Medium size, slender 15-22cm, 200g-300g	Big size, 18-25cm, 300-400g
Droppings	3-6mm, rod shaped	12mm, pointed at both ends	20mm, blunt at both ends

Sign of Infestation

Rub marks
Droppings
Tracks
Gnaw marks

Approaches to control them

For indoors, use glue traps, e.g. rodent glue board.
For outdoors, use baiting.

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3 Reasons Why Rodent Control Services are Essential

Rodent infestations are a prevalent issue in urban areas worldwide, and Singapore is no exception. With its tropical climate and bustling cityscape, the island nation provides an ideal habitat for rats to thrive. As a result, effective rat control services have become indispensable in Singapore to address this problem.

Disease Prevention and Hygiene

Rats and mice, as carriers of diseases such as leptospirosis, salmonellosis, hantavirus, plague, and more, pose a significant health risk to the public. Their hair, urine, and droppings contaminate food, water, and various materials, further exacerbating the problem.

To address this issue and maintain hygienic standards, efficient rodent control services use effective techniques to eliminate these pests and halt the spread of diseases.

Preventing Property Damage

Rodents, with their constantly growing teeth, tend to gnaw on various objects such as furniture, electrical cables, and buildings. This behavior not only poses a threat to the structural integrity of a building but also increases the risk of electrical fires.

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Enhancing Healthy Environment

The overall well-being of residents relies on the upkeep of a clean and healthy environment. Rats control services play a crucial role in reducing the rodent population in gardens, parks, and residential areas.

By effectively controlling rodent populations, rat pest control services contribute to creating a secure and comfortable living environment for residents, minimizing the risk of interactions with these pests, and ultimately improving the overall standard of living.

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