All the information above apply to Roof Rats as well with some additional tips because roof rats may be active above ground level, as well. Always try to place baits between there harbor aging areas and all food sources.
Roof rats do climb above ground. Look for areas as fence rails, attics, trees, rafters as possible bait areas. They should be tied securely so non targeted animals and children may not access them.
Roof rats may travel a long distance to access food. Roof rats may live in trees and attics, but travel to feed in garbage cans, pet dishes, etc. Remove competing food sources.
Inspect dense cover areas, because roof rats like to rest and feed in these areas.
These are areas that you will want to place your bait or traps.
Roof rats like to feed on smaller amounts and various locations than the bigger sized Norway Rat.
Provide more areas for feeding in baiting for Roof Rats.
You can use PVC pipes(2 inches in diameter) as bait stations to bait on narrow ledges and overhead areas.
Bait blocks should be wired, and the PVC pipe affixed to the areas.
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