Everyone knows there are rats in Toronto. Most people are fortunate enough not to have had to deal with them, but for those that have, it can be a nightmare. There are several varieties of rats in Toronto. The most common are the roof rat and the Norway Rat. Rats are not a pleasant pest to look at and they can also transmit diseases. If you notice a rat call GTA Toronto Pest Control and we will get on with the eradication. Norway rats live in burrows or at ground level and roof rats, as their name may suggest, live in trees or your roof. They may eventually move in as it gets cold outside.
Rodents can cause many problems within a home, including contaminating food and creating a fire hazard by chewing through electrical wires. Although rare, rodents can also spread dangerous diseases that can make you and your family sick. Understanding the methods of transmission and making a plan to keep rodents out of your house can help keep your family protected.
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Rodents carry many diseases that can be passed to humans, but luckily, most of them are fairly rare. These diseases are transmitted through either direct or indirect contact with rodents. Direct contact may include: touching or breathing in feces or urine, eating contaminated food, handling a carcass, or receiving a bite. Indirect diseases are transmitted by a vector like a flea, tick, or mite.
Rats and mice are common household pests, especially during the colder months of the year, as they seek shelter and warmth. Rodents can spread diseases, contaminate food, and cause a fire hazard by chewing through electrical wiring. That’s why it is essential to get rid of them as quickly as possible. Knowing what type of rodent is in your home can help you get the right products and sizes of traps. The four most common pest rodents in Toronto are: the house mouse, deer mouse, Norway rat, and roof rat.
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Rats are much less picky when it comes to food. Rats are scavengers that have been known to eat everything from meat and grain to garbage and sewage. Norway rats, in particular, are often found in sewers and landfills. To avoid rats and mice, keep your yard free from food, trash, and debris. It is also a good idea to keep pet food and water inside at night so that you don’t attract
The Norway rat, also known as the brown rat, common rat, or sewer rat, is a constant problem in urban areas across the world. Although it was once thought to have originated in Norway, researchers now believe this species started in China and was able to migrate to every continent, except Antarctica.
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Norway Rat Behavior
Norway rats are nocturnal creatures with very good hearing and a great sense of smell. They are also excellent swimmers, climbers, and burrowers. This species of rat generally lives underground in burrows or in cellars or sewers. Norway rats are omnivores, meaning that they eat both plants and meat. Although they usually consume a lot of grain in their diet, they will eat almost anything if needed.
One of the most difficult things about Norway rats is that they can reproduce extremely quickly. Small infestations can grow rapidly if not handled properly. One female Norway rat can have up to 14 pups per litter with upwards of 5 litters per year.
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