Rodents are small mammals that live all over the world. They are sociable animals, which is why they adapt easily to human environments. They typically live in colonies of varying sizes and are capable of reproducing rapidly. They walk, climb, and can swim! They eat grains, tubers, roots, leaves, and fruit. Because they are a diverse group, it's important to be able to distinguish them so you can get rid of them!
Even these tiny pests can infest your business, jeopardizing your business and your reputation! Calling Pestalia means making a conscious choice to ensure the safety of your employees and customers!
There are many rodent species but only 2 attract our attention due to their dangerousness and infestation: Rats and MiceLet's see together what the differences are between these two similar, but not identical, animals!
RATS:
- Large size
- Small ears
- Tail shorter than body
- They eat cereals or wet fruit
- Cut the food, it almost looks sliced
- Eat in different places, you will need to put out more bait
- Drink about 30/60 ml of water a day
MICE:
- Small size
- Big ears
- Long tail
- Gray or light brown color
- Eat cereals
- "Peel" the wheat to eat only the inside
- Always look for food in the same place
- He drinks little water, only 3 ml a day
To eradicate them, you need to know not only their appearance but also their habits!
Rats and mice tend to live in different places and therefore cause different types of damage. Knowing where and how to look is helpful in finding them! Let's take a look together:
RATS:
- They live in burrows and sewer systems
- They cause damage to buildings
- They leave large footprints and dark droppings ranging in size from 4 to 6 mm
MICE:
- They live in burrows and wherever they can find shelter, they are good climbers, they could also live in high places
- Grease, dirt and urine settle in piles and they get dirty
- They leave droppings the size of a grain of rice everywhere.
So if you've noticed these little creatures in your company, don't waste any more time! Call us for an inspection or to get a free consultation! Pestalia has also developed a system Web Assistance Our experts will guide you step by step through the pest control process. Call us to learn more!
Pestalia offers cutting-edge methods to protect you, your employees, and your reputation! It's important to prioritize safety and cleanliness and not turn a blind eye to this type of infestation! Call us for an inspection or to receive help in the event of an infestation!
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