One of the most voracious creatures that can ruin any food with their teeth is rats. This is the category of rodents, which by right can be called omnivorous. Rats are very clever and smart animals, so do not think that they are afraid of what the mouse is . And you need to carefully consider the choice of means to combat these pests. What is the most fearful of rats?
What are rats afraid of - folk remedies
Many people know that rodents are susceptible to various odors. Rats are no exception, but in fighting them you need to know exactly what scent they are most afraid of. The most unpleasant for them are naphthalene, peppermint oil, Soviet colognes or perfumes (for example, "Triple Cologne" or "Red Moscow"). Spread the remedy into the areas of the rooms where the rats have settled, and they will disappear after a few days. Just remember that not all people like these scents. So make sure that none of your relatives have any allergies on them.
No less effective ways to combat rats are baits. It is necessary to mix 20 grams of gypsum, 60 grams of wheat flour and 20 drops of sunflower oil. After that, the mixture must be placed in secluded places in the house. This meal will be for the pest of the latter.
You can also make bait with 20 grams of borax, 25 grams of rosin and for the smell add 25-30 grams of powdered sugar. Mix the mixture with a wooden stick or spoon. In no case do not touch the mixture with hands: rats should not smell the smell of a person. The mixture must be spread near the pest holes.
What kind of grass are rats afraid of? Most of all they are scared away by elder, wormwood , black-legged, wild mint, tansy, rosemary and chamomile. Dried grass must be placed in the corners of rooms and near pest damage. The smell of these herbs will drive away the rats.