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Master Gardener Decision Support Guide


Wood Rats

Wood Rats are also known as pack rats and trade rats. Ratproofing buildings is very effective. Snap traps and live traps can be used. There is no effective repellent. Shooting has only limited value.

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Designed by David Goforth on October 31, 2000