Rat Control Suffolk
The Brown or Norway Rat can measure up to 40cm in length. Fur colour can vary but is generally dull brown/grey in colour. Rats are omnivorous and whilst they generally feed on cereals and grains, if hungry they can take small chicks and eggs. One of the main characteristics of rats is that they are neophobic - very wary of anything new and they can take 4-5 days before they accept a new object into their environment. They prefer small-enclosed spaces and get around by smell & touch. They like to be up against something as they travel like a wall or pipe. Contrary to popular beliefs regarding rats being dirty they are in fact very clean animals and spend up to 20% of their time grooming. They are however carriers of a number of diseases,including Salmonella, Hantavirus, Rat bite fever and the most publicised of which is Weil's Disease which can be fatal to humans. Rats take between 2-3 months to reach sexual maturity and can have up to 7 litters per year.
