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Download FileRat Causes R154,000 Damage to KwaZulu-Natal Man's Porsche
A KwaZulu-Natal man, Michael Maeso, discovered that a rat had caused extensive damage to his Porsche Carrera 4S Cabriolet, resulting in a repair bill of R154,000. The damage occurred just three weeks after a service, and the incident highlights how even small rodents can cause significant harm to vehicles. Maeso was insured, and Hollard covered the costs.
Download FileRodrepel®™ - Non-Toxic Animal and Bird Aversive Masterbatch
Rodrepel®™ is a non-toxic, environmentally safe, and ROHS-compliant aversive masterbatch designed to repel rodents, birds, and other animals without causing harm. It works through chemosensory mechanisms by mimicking natural substances that trigger discomfort and avoidance in animals. Effective at low concentrations (1–5% dosage), it is used in plastics for applications like cables, pipes, irrigation systems, and aircraft components. Laboratory and field tests confirm its ability to significantly reduce gnawing and damage. Safe for handling, ingestion, and the environment, it is manufactured in India by C-Tech Corporation.
Download FileNorthern Railway Signs Rs.17 Lakh Contract to Eradicate Rats at New Delhi Station
Northern Railway has signed a Rs.17 lakh contract with a pest control company to eliminate a rat infestation at the New Delhi railway station. The company identifies the pests as bandicoots that multiply rapidly and requires a three-month tracking and eradication plan due to safety concerns involving children, pets, and monkeys. Officials warn that mass culling could create unbearable odors, necessitating a cautious, phased approach.
Download FileDeltamethrin Toxicity and Ecological Impact
A comprehensive assessment of deltamethrin's toxicity to humans and wildlife, highlighting neurotoxic effects, occupational hazards, aquatic ecosystem damage, and resistance in insect pests. Includes detailed symptoms, exposure routes, environmental fate, and regulatory concerns with emphasis on high aquatic toxicity and need for safer alternatives.
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Rats are causing thousands of dollars of damages to cars
Download FileNonivamide (Synthetic Capsaicin) - A Potentially Fatal Myth in the Pesticide World
This article debunks two major myths about nonivamide (PAVA), a synthetic capsaicinoid used in pest deterrents and pepper sprays. It highlights that while capsaicin is often marketed as safe, it is actually highly irritating and toxic in large amounts, with lethal potential in animals and humans. The article also emphasizes that capsaicin's role in nature is to deter mammals and promote bird-mediated seed dispersal, not as a general pest repellent. It concludes by advocating for safer, non-toxic alternatives like Rodrepel™ and Termirepel™ for pest control.
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