 |
 |
 |
Professional Services rendered in general |
|
Definitions of trapping/monitoring |
Insects |
|
Cockroaches: |
Insect monitoring stations are commonly referred to as traps and technically do trap the insect either by pheromone lure (mating scents) or by mechanical means, however it is to be noted that insect trapping is used only to gauge and monitor infestation levels and not used as a means to control infestations.
Cockroach monitor stations or traps contain a lure that cockroaches find irresistible. Cockroaches are drawn towards the scent which is commonly embedded on the sticky tape or placed as a powder or tablet in the centre.
Latest designs in cockroach monitors use electrostatically charged particles which coat the sticky pads on their feet, when drawn toward the trap. These charged particles prevent the roaches from being able to grip and the insect falls onto a sticky glue base where it is hygienically retained.
|
| Fleas: |
Insect monitoring stations are commonly referred to as traps and technically do trap the insect either by pheromone lure (mating scents) or by mechanical means, however it is to be noted that insect trapping is used only to gauge and monitor infestation levels and not used as a means to control infestations.
Flea monitoring stations are quite simply a light source surrounded by sticky pads, fleas will usually jump toward the light source, and become attached to the sticky pads.
To determine flea location and population size, wearing a pair of white socks and light coloured pants while walking in a suspected area of infestation. Again, the fleas will be attracted to the white colour and will be seen jumping at the ankles and legs.
|
|
Top5 |
| Moths: |
Insect monitoring stations are commonly referred to as traps and technically do trap the insect either by pheromone lure (mating scents) or by mechanical means, however it is to be noted that insect trapping is used only to gauge and monitor infestation levels and not used as a means to control infestations.
Pheromones, which are chemicals given off by female moths to attract males for mating, have allowed scientists and growers to trap and monitor male moths.
|
Mammals |
| Rodents: |
ALL TRAPS MECHANICAL OR OTHERWISE MUST BE CHECKED EVERY TWENTY FOUR HOURS ANY LIVE CAPTURE MUST ENSURE THE TRAPPER DESPATCHES HUMANELY THE TRAPPED ANIMAL.
Depending on the level of rodent infestation there are several trapping mechanisms, some range between the traditional to the more advanced, but all serve the same purpose.
All trapping methods may work for a period of time, however, rodents will eventually ‘wise up’ and learn to ignore traps, this usually tends to be the case in large infestations that are endemic to the locality.
Rodents also are Newphobic, avoiding new objects when introduced to their habitat, prolonging the time taken for trapping to take effect.
Trapping is an effective method to capture rodents however, only trap can only catch one rodent at a time, rendering this level of control to small or infrequent infestations.
The traditional back breaker is the most commonly used rodent trap, by placing bait such as peanut butter, chocolate etc. on the trap.
Trap door style traps, referred to as humane traps, employ baiting the rodent into the trap where a trigger is located within the trap and once pressure is applied by the unsuspecting rodent mechanically shuts the entrance door, trapping the rodent.
Stick pad traps, or referred to as glue traps can be highly effective. These highly one sided sticky boards can be placed accordingly and baited, catching rodents by literally sticking them to the board as they attempt to feed. This can be a messy and upsetting method to trap rodents and often enough rodents will not die instantly, leaving them in pain. Some rodents may even attempt to chew off body parts in trying to free themselves!
Electronic traps are less prevalent but employ the use of an electric shock to dispatch the rodent once inside the trap. This is quite safe for humans and is powered generally by batteries.
Gas traps are the latest in design but are not available in the mainstream Pest Control market, conventional mechanism for trapping a rodent enters the baited trap triggering the trap door to close. Once the rodent is trapped carbon dioxide is released, via chemical reaction, causing the rodent to suffocate due to lack of oxygen.
|
| Foxes: |
ALL TRAPS MECHANICAL OR OTHERWISE MUST BE CHECKED EVERY TWENTY FOUR HOURS ANY LIVE CAPTURE MUST ENSURE THE TRAPPER DESPATCHES HUMANELY THE TRAPPED ANIMAL.
Trapping urban foxes is legal but now considered to be near useless and cruel. Because foxes are territorial, as soon as one fox is removed another will take its place. Urban foxes do not have the skills to survive in the countryside and starve to death. London boroughs tried trapping in 1940’s and the foxes still thrived hence the practice was abandoned in the 1970s. Generally this is used in one off or infrequent trespass by foxes.
The cage trap is often used for urban foxes. There are many types of fox cage trap on the market but all work on a similar basis. The cage traps are baited, the fox will enter the trap and it will either tread on a trigger plate or by pulling at the bait, releasing the mechanism which in turn triggers a door. An advantage of a cage trap is that it allows non-target species such as pet dogs and cats to be released unharmed.
|
| |
Top5 |
|
|
 |
|
