Southern california in general but specifically san diego is a hotbed for roof rat activity.
Roof rats san diego.
In fact scientists have concluded through the analysis of many studies that rattus rattus colonies thrive within 100 miles of coastal areas.
They like to climb rather then burrow and they live above ground.
The roof rat the most common type in san diego county like to climb rather than burrow and they live above ground.
Roof rats like norway rats roof rats eat a wide variety of foods but they prefer fruits nuts berries slugs and snails.
They are gray or brown in color.
They like to climb and can crawl across tree limbs to your roof.
Roof rats are the most common type of rat in san diego county.
Roof rats are especially fond of avocados and citrus and they often eat fruit that is still on the tree.
They can cause extensive damage to our homes crops and vehicles and they leave behind odors and contamination.
When the weather gets cold they will venture into homes and workplaces.
We find them in our fruit and nut trees in sheds attics sub areas garages and under the hoods of our parked cars.
Roof rats are the most common type in san diego county.