The Hunger Games: Rodents scavenge for food
As the pandemic reduces restaurant waste, rodents scavenge for food and PMPs work to understand, predict and adapt to reported changes in rodent behavior. Read more»
Chemotecnica 2020 event goes virtual, features 2 U.S. speakers
The 2020 edition of Jornadas Técnicas para Empresas de Control de Plagas will still take place Aug. 19-20, but online instead of in-person due to COVID-19. Read more»
Get to know your commensal rodents
A thorough understanding of the physical abilities of rodents is useful when designing a control program. Learn the five senses of rodents. Read more»
Gauge your knowledge of rodents
How well do you know rodents? We have compiled ten questions from pest management experts. See if you can pass this tech test. Read more»
Chemotecnica’s Jornadas Técnicas Integrales para Empresas de Control de Plagas
Andy Linares, founder of Bug Off Pest Control, shares details of his trip to Chemotecnica's 2019 Jornadas Técnicas para Empresas de Control de Plagas. Read more»
‘Truman’s’ lists rodent-transmitted diseases, health issues
Author’s Note: Information is taken from Truman’s Scientific Guide to Pest Management Operations, which is available at the PMP Bookstore. Chapter 17 of the Truman’s Guide is titled “Rats and Mice” — and focuses mostly on three commensal rodents in... Read more»
House mouse: The mightiest of mammals?
The house mouse (Mus musculus) is the model rodent for the cartoon icon Mighty Mouse, and its abilities are practically in the superhero range. To customers, though, it might look more like a supervillain. For example, a house mouse develops... Read more»
Why house mouse device placement matters
When it comes to Mus musculus management, one of the most important rules of thumb is to place bait stations, traps or other control devices where house mice are active. This recommendation might sound elementary, but it’s worth the extra... Read more»