Norway Rats
The head and body of the Norway rat ranges from 7 1/2 to 9 1/2 inches in length. The scaly tail is 6 to 8 inches in length. Their fur is shaggy brown with some black hairs. They have small eyes and ears.
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What is the Norway Rat Diet?
Norway rats prefer to eat meat, fish, and cereals. The will chew through almost anything to get to food or water.
What is the Norway Rat Reproductive Cycle?
Adult Norway rats usually live between 6 to 12 months. Generally producing 3 – 6 litters, with an average of 7 – 8 young per litter.
Where do Norway Rats Live?
Norway rats are nocturnal and quite cautious, usually not straying more than 100 – 150 feet from their nest. They can enter a structure through an opening as small as a 1/2 inch. Indoors, they prefer to nest on the lower levels, such as a basement. Outdoors, they burrow in soil, under sidewalks, near streams and rivers, piles of garbage, etc.
Why are Norway Rats a Pest?
Norway rats as a house guest can create health risks for you and your family, as well as cause structural damage to wires, insulation, and sheetrock. If you have a rat problem, don’t try to tackle it alone. Give Modern Pest Services a call today at 1-800-323-7378 or get an instant online quote for the comprehensive HomeCare Green program that controls over 50 common pests year-round – including Norway rats!
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