Norway Rat

The Norway rat is the largest commensal rodent in the US.
Identification
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Norway rats are usually gray in color
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Small ears
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Tail is short relative to the head and body
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Droppings are 3/4 inch and blunt on the ends
Environment
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Norway rats can exist in large numbers in and around residences, basements, stores, warehouses, docks, sewers, or dumpsters
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Burrow to make nests under buildings, beneath concrete slabs, around ponds, in and around garbage and other locations suitable for food, water, and shelter
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Nests may be lined with shredded paper, cloth or other fibrous materials
Usually become active at about dusk to begin seeking water and food -
Eats nearly any type of food but prefers a nutritionally balanced diet, consisting of cereal grain, meats, fish, nuts, and some fruits
Threats
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Norway rats like to burrow and can form extensive galleries
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Have litters of 6 to 12 young that can eat solid food within 2 to 3 weeks
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Young become completely independent at about 4 weeks and reach reproductive maturity as early as 3 months
Treatment
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Traps placed indoors near entrance points and known runways
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Burrows outdoors may be baited
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Exterior bait stations may be placed on the perimeter of the structure
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