Cascade’s Responsible Approach to Rodenticides
Secondary poisoning by second generation anticoagulant rodenticides (SGARs) to birds of prey and wildlife. A Responsible Approach to Rodenticides—particularly SGARs—and Our Concern for Birds of...
Common Rainy Season Pests in Puget Sound
Common household pests thrive in or seek shelter indoors during wet weather, which typically peaks from November through February in the Puget Sound area. Knowing...
Ongoing Monitoring for Plague & Pests in Washington State
The recent headline of a case of plague contracted in California reminds us that plague isn’t entirely eradicated. According to the Washington State Department of...
Pests & Plague in Greater Boise Area
When most people hear the word “plague”, they immediately conjure up images of mass death, suffering, and fear. The recent case of a plague in...
Life Cycle of a House Mouse: What to Know
The house mouse might be a common nuisance pest, but you still don’t want to join that club. Understanding more about the lifecycle of mus...
Types of Mice in the Puget Sound Region
Mice have established a secure foothold in the Puget Sound region. From urban areas to our expansive forests, meadows, and wetlands, Seattle and the surrounding...
How Do Different Species of Rats Adapt to Various Environments
The Pacific Northwest is home to several species of rats, each exhibiting unique adaptations that allow them to thrive in diverse environments ranging from urban...
How Rodents Impact Public Health in Seattle Neighborhoods
It is no secret that Seattle and its surrounding area have a problem with rodents. Rats have found Seattle and the Pacific Northwest and its...
How Seattle’s Climate Affects Rodent Populations Year-Round
Seattle is home to more than its fair share of rats. It has become a breeding ground for all sorts of rodents. Rats love to...
Ants in Western Washington Urban vs. Rural Environments
Ants are one of the most ubiquitous insects on earth because they can adapt and thrive in so many different environments. Since Western Washington is...
Rats and Their Sense of Smell
While home and business owners might not find much to love about rats - the beady-eyed rodents that gnaw, spread disease, and invade our dwellings...
How Pacific Northwest Climate Affects Ant Colonies
The Pacific Northwest (PNW) is known for its beautiful vistas, stunning seascape, and temperate climate. All of this also makes it attractive to pests, including...
