Rat Infestations in Malaysia

Rat Infestations in Malaysia
Rats cause major problems around the world by taking
advantage on the environment created by humans. They
trail wherever we go, bringing with them a wide range
of harmful diseases.
FACTS ABOUT RATS
Brown Rat and Roof Rat are
the rat species commonly found in Malaysia(1)
RM3.2mil were allocated by Ministry
of Health to get rid of rats in the country(2)
Leptospirosis Cases in
Malaysia (Year 2009 - 2012)(3)
Increase
+62%
3665
Deadly diseases
carried by rats (4)
- Leptospirosis
Increase
+39%
- Rat Bite Fever
- Salmonellosis
- Murine Typhus
- Infected Jaundice
Increase
+15%
2268
1976
1418
2009
2010
2011
2012
BIOLOGICAL PROFILES AND IDENTIFICATIONS
Roof Rat
Brown Rat
Tail
Shorter than body
and head
Length : 15-22 cm
Fur
Harsh, shaggy
Colour : Greyish Brown
Ears
Small and covered
with short furs
Eyes
Small
Droppings
Blunt at both ends
Length : up to 20 mm
Snout
Blunt nose
and muzzle
Body
Heavy and thick
Length : 18-25 cm long
Weight : 300-400 gms
Ears
Large, nearly
with no fur
Eyes
Large and
prominent
Tail
Longer than body
and head
Length : 18-25 cm
Fur
Smooth and soft
Colour : Blackish
Snout
Pointed nose
and muzzle
Droppings
Pointed at both ends
Length : up to 12 mm
Body
Slender
Length : 15-22 cm long
Weight : 200-300 gms
SIGNS OF RAT INFESTATIONS
Rats are nocturnal and prefer to hide from humans. Their common hiding areas are the
storeroom, kitchen, backyard, garden, monsoon drain and nearby dumpsite. Your home may
be infested with rats if you found the following telltale signs:
Droppings
Nests
Gnaw Marks
Distinctive Odour
Rat droppings are usually the first
clue of rat infestation. It is most
commonly found underneath food
racks and kitchen sink cabinets.
Rats build nests in warm,
hidden places using shredded
material such as fabrics,
newspaper and carton boxes.
Rats have long and sharp front teeth
(incisors) that grow continuously,
hence they tend to gnaw on wood
and plastic to keep them trim.
Rats leave an urine-like smell
that will be particularly strong
in enclosed areas such as the
kitchen cabinets.
Partially Eaten Food
Sounds
Rats will bite open food packages
which may leave teeth marks.
Scratching sounds coming
from the floor and roof void
as rats scurry around at night.
PROFESSIONAL RAT CONTROL
Most homeowners attempt to eradicate rat infestations on their own. However, home remedy
may get rid of the infestation for the time being but may not solve the root cause of the
problem.
At Rentokil, we have the tools and experience to properly identify rat infestation. Besides that,
we also have a team of experts that are specialised in pest biological studies and are certified
to provide effective solutions and recommendations, giving you complete peace of mind.
Rentokil.com.my
1300 881 911
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Sources:
(1) Rentokil Pest Control Experts - http://www.rentokil.com.my
(2) News Strait Times - http://www.nst.com.my/latest/
leptospirosis-cases-on-the-rise-rahman-1.343218
(3) Ministry of Health Malaysia - http://www.moh.gov.my
(4) Centre for Disease Control and Prevention http://www.cdc.gov/rodents/diseases/direct.html