Dec 13, 2024 · Roof rats are prevalent in many parts of Arizona, according to Dawn Heather Gouge, professor of medical entomology at the University of Arizona and a public health integrated pest...

Apr 14, 2025 · Roof rat control, including (but not limited to) site specific recommendations and offering to perform pest control work, requires a pest control license, for a variety of reasons, including, but not limited to: consumer health and financial …

Roof rats are found in several low desert city areas in Arizona including the Phoenix Metro Valley, Yuma, and Tucson areas. They are active year-round in the low desert urban centers, although they are far more active during the cooler months of winter and spring (November through May).

Mar 8, 2025 · Roof rats are attracted to citrus trees and can enter homes through small openings. Signs of roof rats include droppings, gnaw marks, noises in walls and greasy rub marks. To get rid of...

Mar 11, 2024 · The roof rat is a modern addition to the Arizona rat population. Though it is smaller than the other varieties, it can still be a pest because it tends to chew through wood and other building materials, and it will also eat human food. You can help keep the rats from nesting on your property by inspecting your home frequently and plugging any ...

Roof rats - aka Rattus rattus, black rats, sewer rats or ship rats - are slender, dark-brown to black rodents with scaly tails almost always longer than their bodies. Adults measure about 5-7 inches, 12 inches including the tail.

Aug 19, 2020 · Roof rats, as the name implies, make their nests in Phoenix area attics. They’re a specialized rat that has adapted to the modern lifestyle of humans here in the desert. Why are they so common in the Phoenix metro? Gilbert and Tempe are both in …

Roof rats are small, and only need a hole the size of a quarter to squeeze through and get into your attic or home. Roof rats carry disease, although none have been found to carry anything as fatal as the Black Plague here in Gilbert or throughout Arizona.

Oct 22, 2021 · Roof rats are a common problem Arizona homeowners face. They will eat your food, disrupt your living environment, and cause health issues if left untreated. That’s why we’ve put together this simple guide on how to identify a roof …

Oct 8, 2023 · Roof Rats in Arizona are a persistent concern for homeowners. These agile and adaptable rodents are known for their ability to infiltrate buildings and cause damage. Here’s what you need to know: Roof Rats, also known as black rats or ship rats, are medium-sized rodents. They have sleek fur, large ears, and a pointed snout.