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I recently killed a rat (snap trap). It was female, teats visible.
Can you tell from visible inspection if it recently gave birth?
(i suspect rats a...
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Dead Rat: nursing? #795367
Asked June 10, 2022, 8:46 PM EDT
I recently killed a rat (snap trap). It was female, teats visible.
Can you tell from visible inspection if it recently gave birth?
(i suspect rats always recently gave birth)
Harris County Texas
Expert Response
I'm a horticulture agent, wouldn't have a clue. You may want to contact the county's animal control department or a local exterminator.
Thanks,
Thanks,
I was wondering if there was animal or only agricultural expertise there.
Thanks for the response.
Here is the contact information for our ANR agent. His background is more livestock but you can check with him.
Shannon Dietz
County Extension Agent – AG/NR<personal data hidden>)
email: <personal data hidden>
Thanks,
Shannon Dietz
County Extension Agent – AG/NR<personal data hidden>)
email: <personal data hidden>
Thanks,