Chapter 11 - Vertebrate Pests Flashcards
Norway rats have: A. Pointed noses. B. Large ears. C. Small ears. D. A tail that is longer than the head and body.
C
Hantavirus is carried largely by: A. Skunks. B. Deer mice. C. Squirrels. D. Pocket gophers.
B
Bats can carry: A. Rabies. B. Measles. C. Chickenpox. D. Psoriasis.
A
Bait shyness in rodents:
A. Occurs when the bait odor is not attractive.
B. Occurs because human odors are present on the bait.
C. Occurs if the bait does not look right.
D. Is commonly a problem when inadequate control with an acute toxicant was not achieved after the first baiting.
D
Snap traps for rodents such as mice should be:
A. Placed parallel to a wall.
B. Placed perpendicular to a wall with the trigger next to the wall.
C. Placed perpendicular to a wall with the trigger away from the wall.
D. 1-2 inches away from a wall.
B
Why do rats gnaw on wires?
a. For Nesting Material
b. To wear down their teeth
c. They like the feel of the electricity
d. because the wires are in their way
B
When baiting Gophers the most effective method is to…
a. place the bait on the surface near the mound
b. place the bait in the main tunnel system
c. place the bait inside the tunnel near the mound just past the plug
d. place baits in the mound dirt.
B
(True or False)
Gophers hibernate during the winter months.
False
(True or False)
Pocket gophers clip off roots underground and may pull whole seedlings underground.
True
Which statement about gophers is true?
A. Gophers are only active at night
B. When feeding on the surface, gophers only venture about a body length from their hole
C. Gophers leave lots of open holes to their burrows to allow plenty of ventilation.
D. All of the above
E. None of the above
B
(True or False)
All Snakes are predators.
True
Which statement about rats is true?
A. Rats are very curious and will explore and inspect new items.
B. Rats are poor swimmers and can only stay afloat for a few minutes
C. Rats are nervous and suspicious of new items.
D. None of the above
C
Which Rats tail is longer than its body? A. Roof Rat B. Norway Rat C. Pack Rat D. None of the above
A
What is generally considered the smallest hole a rat can squeeze through as an adult? A. 1/4 inch B. 1/2 inch C. 3/4 inch D 1 inch
B
What is generally considered the smallest hole a mouse can squeeze through as an adult? A. 1/16 inch B. 1/8 inch C. 1/4 inch D 1/2 inch
C
