Pasyuk - a rat that threatens the whole world
In private homes, rodent problems are very common. These unwanted neighbors have long understood that living next to a person is much easier than in the wild. One of the regular guests of private homes, warehouses and sewers is the Gray Rat.
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What pasyuk looks like (photo)
Name: Gray rat, Pasyuk
Latin: Rattus norvegicusClass: Mammals - Mammalia
Squad: Rodents - Rodentia
Family: Mouse - Muridae
 | Habitats: | banks along ponds, fields and gardens |
 | Catering: | any food raw material, but preference is meat |
 | Features: | cunning and ingenuity, a frequent object of study |
Animal description
The gray rat, or Pasyuk, is one of the most common rodents in the world. The animal adapts very well to a wide variety of climatic conditions, due to which it can be found on all continents except Antarctica.
Appearance of the animal
On the territory of the countries of the former USSR, this representative of the mouse family is considered one of the largest. The body length of a rodent can be from 17 to 28 cm, excluding the tail.
The tail of the animal is also quite long, but always shorter than the body by 3-5 cm. The average body weight of the Gray rat is 250-450 g. Some specimens can reach a weight of 900-1000 g.
The coat of young rats has a gray tint. With age, the back of the animal turns brownish or reddish. The belly of the rodent is covered with white hairs with a dark base. Black rats are very rare.
Specific features
Gray rats are pack dwellers.
Distinctive features of this type of rats are:
- skull structure. The parietal ridges in the skull of the Gray Rat are practically straight in shape;
- aggressiveness towards strangers. Rodents live most often in colonies and always fiercely defend their territory. Animals recognize strangers by smell;
- poorly developed vision. The animal is nocturnal and orientated in space thanks to its acute hearing and sense of smell;
- dislike for heights. Pasyuks are well accustomed to apartment buildings, but they are practically never found above the 8th or 9th floor.
Habitat
Gray rats.
Initially, this species of rats lived mainly in East Asia. However, in the XV-XVI centuries, maritime trade between Europe and Asia began to actively develop, thanks to which the Gray Rat was brought to many countries.
Since the beginning of the XNUMXth century, this type of rodent could be found in almost all European countries.
In the wild, the Gray Rat almost always lives near water bodies. The animal often equips holes in the soft ground of the coastal territory. In cities, the animal has chosen sewer networks.
Yes, for the most part. But black rats also get over to people.
Yes, and both in private houses and in apartments. They do not like height, so they are not found on the upper floors of buildings.
What harm does the gray rat bring to humans
Rodents of this species multiply very quickly and cause many problems to humans. The main problems that arise due to the gray rat can be considered:
How to get rid of a pest
Gray rat.
Getting rid of Gray Rats is quite difficult, as this rodent is very prolific and can bring up to 6-8 litters per year. There are a number of methods that will help expel them from the site or from the house:
- poisonous chemicals;
- mechanical traps;
- folk methods.
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Preventive measures
In order for rats to be as less interested in housing as possible, it is necessary to monitor its condition and follow the following recommendations:
- do not leave garbage and keep order in the area around the house;
- eliminate the presence of even the smallest through holes in the walls or roof;
- get rid of sources of stagnant water on the site;
- do not leave food leftovers on the street at night;
- get a cat or dog of the breed that is great at hunting rodents.
Interesting Facts
Despite the harm that the Gray Rat does to humans, one cannot fail to note the high intelligence of this animal. Of the huge number of facts confirming this, in particular, it is worth highlighting the following:
We advise you to read: 20 facts about ratsthat you didn't know for sure.
Gray rat or Pasyuk.
Conclusion
Fighting Gray Rats is a rather complicated and lengthy process. Rodents of this species are very smart and due to their fertility very quickly capture new territories. Therefore, it is best to prevent them from appearing and always keep the house and the surrounding area in order.
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