A collection of the latest rodent articles featuring island conservation, rodent control and human interest stories from around the world.
Endangered Polynesian storm-petrels, ground-nesting seabirds also known as White-throated storm-petrels, are returning to Kamaka Island, French Polynesia after 100+ years absence thanks to a successful restoration and rewilding project by Island Conservation, Société d’Ornithologie de Polynésie (SOP Manu), the Reasin family, and the Mangareva Community as part of the Island-Ocean Connection Challenge. …
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The ambitious endeavor to restore Kawau Island’s biodiversity has gained support from the New Zealand Nature Fund, marking a pivotal moment in conservation efforts within the Tīkapa Moana/Te Moananui-ā-Toi/ Hauraki Gulf. …
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Orkin Canada has released its annual list of Canada’s top 25 “Rattiest Cities,” with Toronto once again claiming the top spot. This year saw Toronto and Vancouver vying for first place in the rodent race and welcomed Montreal and Halifax onto the list. …
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In response to misinformation NEPMA members report hearing from local health inspectors dealing with rats, the association put together a four hour rat information program designed for community health inspectors. The initiative is the brainchild of Galvin Murphy (Yankee Pest Control) and Kevin Moran (Forshaw Distribution). Sessions are being held in four different regions of …
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A rodent infestation control campaign is aimed at educating the public on preventive measures for rodent breeding and the importance of maintaining cleanliness in the surrounding areas. …
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Residents of a council-owned block of flats in Nottingham say their cars have been destroyed by rats escaping from a sinkhole that has been left unrepaired for six months. The unexpected pit, at Manvers Court in Sneinton, has been reported to their property managers numerous times by neighbours. …
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