Pest Library · Summer, Fall, Winter
Rodents
Mice and rats readily adapt to living near people, where shelter and food make homes and businesses attractive.
Biology & Life Cycle
Rodents reproduce quickly when food, water and shelter are readily available.
Habitats in Missouri
They nest in wall voids, attics, basements, storage areas and protected outdoor locations.
Diet & the Search for Food
Rodents eat a wide variety of foods and contaminate more than they consume.
Management & Eradication
Effective rodent management combines inspection, exclusion, sanitation, trapping and carefully selected control methods.
Learn more from the University of Missouri Extension (opens in a new tab).