6.12 Flashcards
1
Q
Norway Rat is also known as
A
Rattus norvegicus
2
Q
What is the most common and largest of domestic rats?
A
Norway rat
3
Q
Physical characteristics of a Norway Rat
A
- Tail is shorter than the body and head combined
- Ears are small and close set
- Blunt nose
- Small eyes
4
Q
Habits and indications of presence of a Norway rat
A
- Prefer garbage
- Produces large fecal droppings
- run markings caused by oils in their fur
- Urine is fluorescent green under black light
5
Q
Roof Rat is also known as
A
Rattus rattus
6
Q
Which rat is frequently found on ships?
A
Roof rat
7
Q
Physical characteristics of a roof rat
A
- Tail is longer than the head and body combined
- Ears are long
- Pointed nose
8
Q
Habits and indications of presence of roof rat
A
- Home range is 100 to 150 feet
- Preferred seeds, cereals, vegetables, fruit and grass, leather goods, chocolate
- Eat its own kind
- Good climber
- Likes overhead spaces
- Will leave run marks in overhead.
9
Q
Which is the smallest of domestic rodents?
A
House mouse
10
Q
Physical characteristics of a house mouse
A
- Fur is dusky gray
- body is small and slender
- Tail is about as long as the head and the body combined
11
Q
Habits and presence indicators of a house mouse
A
- Will nest in any convenient space
- Home range is 10 to 30ft
- dropping are small and rod shaped
12
Q
Control Methods for Rodents for all rodents
A
- Eliminate sources of food, water, and shelter
- Keep food storage areas clean
- Prompt disposal of garbage
- Rat guards
- Traps
- Appropriate lighting
13
Q
What is the only approved method for shipboard rodent control?
A
Traps
14
Q
Rat Guard Specifications
A
- 36 inch diameter
- 6 ft from land
- 2 ft from ship
- point of the cone facing the ship
- eliminate any gaps
15
Q
BUMEDINST 6210.4
A
Ship Sanitation Certificate Program Requirements
