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Manufacturers & Suppliers of Pest Control Products
Phone: 0800 111 466
Email: sales@nopests.co.nz Web: www.nopests.co.nz
Possum/Predator Fact Pack
This Possum/Predator Pack contains important information on
Possum and predator control products available from Pest
Management Services Ltd,
enabling you to effectively manage your pest problem.
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DEADLY SERIOUS ABOUT PESTS
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POSSUM/PREDATOR CONTROL
PRODUCTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction .................................. Page 3-4
2. Baits .................................... ...... Page 5-6
3. Lures .............................................. Page 6
4. Monitoring ................................... Page 6-7
5. Bait Stations ................................... Page 8
6. Traps .................................. …….. Page 9-11
7. Trap Covers …………………………………….. Page 12
8. Poison Notices ............................... Page 12
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1. INTRODUCTION
The Australian brush tailed possum was introduced into New Zealand in 1837 to establish a fur trade. It is estimated
that there are around 30 million possums in New Zealand.
Possums are a major problem in New Zealand as they decimate our native bush
and forests – they eat around 11,000 tonnes of leaves, berries and fruit every night.
In some areas they have destroyed canopies of pohutukawa, rata, totara, titoki,
kowhai and kohekohe.
They also put our agricultural sector at risk by being a disease host and transmitter
in the spread of bovine tuberculosis to cattle and deer.
Possums are omnivores and as well as eating a wide range of leaves and berries;
eat birds‟ eggs, chicks and insects. Their voracious appetite threatens the survival
of many of our native plants, birds and insects.
The possum has no natural enemies, allowing it to live unchallenged. Males are
known to live to 9 years of age, females – 12 years. Healthy female possums can
produce 2 offspring a season with autumn being the peak time for births. A good
food supply means healthy breeding.
Possums are marsupials – the young spend the first part of their life in their
mothers pouch, feeding on milk and depend on their mothers for 5-8 months before weaning.
They are also nocturnal; they feed at night and sleep in nests or dens during the day. They are reluctant to leave their
dens in heavy rain, feeding only between showers and confining their movements to sheltered positions.
These sheltered positions can be found inside walls or roofs of houses and hay sheds, in hollow logs and trees,
clumps of flax, gorse and bracken, under tree roots or other dark, dry places.
Although possums are tree dwellers they can move across open country at a reasonable
speed. Male possums have a home range of about 1.9ha and females 1.3ha. They will
follow the same track night after night to reach good feeding grounds sometimes
producing a distinctive flattened pathway through grass or undergrowth, otherwise known
as a „possum pad‟, which can be followed back to their den.
Possum control methods can include shooting, trapping, poisoning, fumigation and
exclusion fencing.
Prevention
Possums like living in warm, dry sheds and barns - if holes are blocked up possums can't make nests there.
Protect trees by placing metal strips around the tree trunks about one metre from the ground. The metal strips
need to be about half a metre wide. This will stop the possums from climbing up the tree to eat its leaves.
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5 MAIN PREDATORS IN NEW ZEALAND Feral Cat The impact of feral cats on the environment is significant. Cats are not native to New Zealand; they were brought here by European settlers as pets and escaped into the wild. These feral cats reap havoc on native fauna; they are good hunters and prey upon native birds and lizards. They have been known to kill larger birds like kiwis and penguins. They can breed 2 to 4 times each year, averaging 4 kittens per litter, quickly re-occupying areas where there are food sources. Feral cats are usually solitary animals and have a large home range; they are widely distributed in low densities throughout New Zealand . Ferret The ferret is the largest of the mustelids in NZ, is usually between 48-56cm long including its tail and about the same size as a small cat. They are usually brown or black with creamy belly fur and a darker mask across the eyes. They produce between 4-8 kittens each year and move out into their own territory within 3 months of being born. They hunt mainly at night, are very good climbers (enabling the stealing of eggs and chicks from nests in trees) but prefer open areas and bush edges. They eat small animals such as rabbits, rodents, lizards and frogs. The ferret is one of the few predators able to kill adult kiwi. It can also kill little blue penguins. Also known as fitch or polecat. Stoat The most common of the 3 introduced mustelids, they are found almost anywhere in NZ. More common in forests, they are able to cover huge distances. The stoat grows between 34-40cm long, including its tail, is very thin and about half the size of a rabbit. It has a chestnut-brown coat, which turns white in winter, a light-coloured belly and a bushy black- tipped tail. It is an extremely fierce fighter, killing its prey with a sharp bite behind the ear. Stoats will kill more than they need for food, they will also attack prey much larger than themselves. Young stoats are adults at 2 months and female kittens can be mated while still in the nest. It is estimated that stoats kill an average of 40 North Island brown kiwi chicks a day – a total of 15,000 a year and 60% of the chicks born each year. Weasels The weasel is the smallest of the mustelids and not as common, growing to 20-25cm long and weighing from 80-150gm. Its colouring is very like the stoat but with a more red-brown coat and a shorter tail. Although small, it will attack prey much larger than itself and has had an impact on native birds and lizards, especially the skink. They kill most of their prey underground and are usually found where there are plenty of mice. They are found in low numbers in most habitat types. Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
6 2. BAITS 12PP01, 12PP02, 12PP03: PINDONE PELLETS - 2kg, 10kg and 25kg For the control of Possums and Rats Pindone is a first generation anticoagulant cereal bait. It does not pose the same risks of secondary poisoning and bait residuals that second generation anticoagulants do. The pellets contain the active ingredient Pindone (0.5g/kg) and are dyed green to New Zealand standard specifications to afford protection to birds. Pindone is a slow acting anticoagulant that needs to be consumed over several days to be effective. The toxin reduces the clotting power of the blood causing internal hemorrhage. Death occurs 4 to 11 days after bait consumption. While possums and rats may be active in the treated area for 4 to 5 days after first taking the poison, very few carcasses will be found as they usually go back to their nest or den sites to die. There is no risk of bait shyness as the pest will continue to feed until it has had a lethal dose – it does not associate the toxin or the slowing down of its bodily process with the consumption of the pellets. Pre feeding is not required as the pests are easily drawn to the bait for consumption making it a very cost effective way to control both possums and rats. Pindone has an effective antidote in Vitamin K¹ if risk of pets consuming bait occurs. Pindone is undetectable in sheep livers, fat or muscle three weeks after administration. Baits can therefore be used on residential and pastoral land such as around urban and semi urban areas: market gardens, plant nurseries and horticultural land, botanical gardens, parks and reserves, bush, river banks, farm buildings, houses and gardens - most areas of human habitation. Warning: * Always read the label before use and use as instructed. * Precautionary measures such as removing stock and keeping stock out from the treated area for a month should be followed. * Remove any remaining baits at completion of control. * Place warning notices around treated areas. **No licence is required in the use of Pindone Pellets for Rat or Possum control but the pellets must be used in bait stations. Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997: No V4396. See www.nzfsa.govt.nz/acvm for registration conditions. Approved substance under the HSNO Act 1996: HSR001604. See www.ermanz.govt.nz for approval conditions. Recommended bait stations: As this product is required to be used in bait stations when targeting both possums and rats we recommend either the NOPESTS Multifeeder Bait Station (11RBS11) for ground baiting or the Kilmore Bait Station (13BS07) for tree baiting. Other models/types of bait stations are listed also. If targeting rats only, please refer to our Rodent Fact Pack for suitable bait stations. Our Rodent Fact Pack can be viewed on our website or if you would like a hard copy sent to you, please give us a call on 0800 111 466 or email us at sales@nopests.co.nz Recommended directions for use: Precautionary measures: remove all domestic stock from the area being treated and keep stock out of the area until the bait has been removed or has disintegrated. Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
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Possums
Locate possum sign. Possum sign can be identified by their droppings and by damage to the leaves or stems
of trees or other plants.
(The placement of the bait stations is important to the success of the operation)
Bait stations should be placed along bush borders at intervals of 50 metres but at no more than 100 metre
intervals. They should be sited in areas of possum sign - scratchings and droppings, den sites, preferred
food sources and areas where possums have left a travel path. Ideally a suitable bait station will have the
ability to hold up to 2 kgs of pellets.
It is vital to put out enough bait for 2-3 days feeding to ensure all possums in the vicinity have fed well, then
leave for 4-5 days. Repeat this application. If the bait is gone after the first night you have not put out
enough pellets - redo.
DO NOT LAY BAIT if heavy rain is expected within 24 hours.
Check for further sign after 9-14 days and if possum sign is still seen repeat the two applications. This is
called PULSE BAITING.
3. LURES
12PUClov1L: Clove 1 Litre 12PUASni1L: Aniseed 1 Litre
12PUAn250: Aniseed 250ml 12PULe250: Lemon 250ml
12PUCl250: Clove 250ml 12PUOr250: Orange 250ml
12PUEu250: Eucalyptus 250ml 12PUE250: Peanut 250ml
12PUBac1L: Bacon 1 Litre 12PUBac5L: Bacon 5 Litre
Flavoured oil based lures are for attracting predators (eg possums) and are for use within bait stations such as
13BS02 KK Bait Station. Make your own lure by mixing the flavoured oil lure with flour and icing sugar to gain even
better results. To prevent animals being caught by the nose or face in leg-hold traps – do not place lure directly onto
the trap.
12Pu: Lured Paste (12PUAn: aniseed, 12PUBac; Bacon,12PUpcinn: cinnamon, 12PUclov: clove,
12PULe: Lemon, 12PUOr: Orange, 12PUEu: Eucalyptus)
An almost glow-in-the-dark formulation that resists moisture; Wonder Lure paste is a specially blended pre-feed paste
to accompany cyanide possum paste. It is desirable to undertake pre-feeding with lured paste at least twice prior to
the application of cyanide paste. Available in 500gm tubes with cinnamon, clove and raspberry flavours.
4. MONITORING EQUIPMENT
12MO2: Black Track Ink
A specially formulated ink developed for animal tracking. It comprises of a sponge
applicator with over 100 applications, leaving a coating that will not dry out and will last for
months. Instructions: Shake well, lightly press applicator to spread ink evenly over card cut
to W 100mm x L 190mm. For use in conjunction with PCR Tracking Tunnel 12M03.
12M01: PCR Tracking Tunnel – Tunnel only
12MO3: PCR Tracking Tunnel (with card tray)
Using tracking tunnels as a method of monitoring animal presence has two main purposes; to
determine the animal pest by type that is present and to give an indication of numbers present.
The PCR Tracking tunnel is a lightweight, folding corflute tracking tunnel for use with Black
Track Ink 12M02 to monitor the presence and number of ferrets, stoats, weasels, rodents and
hedgehogs. The floor of the entrance and exit to the tunnel should be lined with card so that
animals passing through the tunnel leave identifiable footprints on the paper. The tracking
tunnel can be placed on a regular animal “runway” and/or with a scented attractant, e.g. Peanut
Butter. These tunnels should be checked regularly for best results.
Size: L 600mm x H 100mm x W 115mm. Size of card W 100mm x L 190mm.
12M03a: PCR Tracking Tunnel (card tray only)
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8 12PY05-10: Dog Muzzle - Sizes 5 to 10 A strong plastic dog muzzle with an adjustable leather neck strap reinforced over the nose area for extra comfort. These muzzles are safe and secure. Beige colour only. 12PY20: Hip Chain A tough high impact plastic topometric hip chain unit for possum monitoring use. Includes belt, 1 x 3000 metre spool of cotton & instructions. Has a window for easy viewing of counter and spool; counter reads in metres and registers in tenths; a simple turn of the knob resets. Weighs 450gm. Measures: 17.5 x 8.5 x 7.5cm. 12PY21: Hip Chain Cotton A roll of 3000 metre long polyester cotton: a replacement roll for the Hip Chain Unit 12PY20. 12PY22: Fluorescent Flagging Tape Available in red, orange and pink. Measures: 25mm by 50m long. 12PY24: Fluorescent Flagging Tape Available in blue, orange and pink. Measures: 25mm by 75m long. 12PY27: Fluorescent Flagging Tape Available in red, orange and pink. A bright, thick, vinyl strong tape that will stand up to the elements best used in conjunction with Flagging Tape Dispenser 12PY26. Measures: 25mm x 100m long. 12PY26: Flagging Roll Dispenser A metal dispenser that holds 1 x 100m roll of flagging tape. Affixes to the operators belt for improved monitoring. Tape not included. 12M04: Wax Tags - Plain For superior possum monitoring and detection in all environments - used for estimating possum numbers. Each artificial WaxTag consists of a 40cm 2 piece triangular-shaped sheet of plastic with a block of wax moulded to the sharpest point of the triangle. Possums are attracted to the tag and their presence is recorded by species specific bite marks on the wax. This provides a means of measuring possum activity from the numbers of WaxTags that contain possum bite marks. Cost effective and time efficient - environmentally safe and user friendly. 12M05: GloTags (luminescent lures x 50) These tags are highly visual photo-luminescent tags that enhance attractiveness to baits and traps. These strips absorb UV light during the day and then re-emit the light at night, glowing strongly to increase the attractiveness of a wide range of monitoring and devices. 12M06: WaxTags – peanut butter flavor These are proven as an excellent method to detect possum and rodent activity for bio-security incursion and surveillance programmes on the mainland and offshore island sanctuaries (DOC). These are ideal for both rat and possum monitoring. 12M07: Triangle Tags Triangle Tags are used for marking and monitoring and are available in pink, yellow and orange. 5. BAIT STATIONS Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
9 13BS02: KK Bait Station Small, collapsible and lightweight (approx. 36gms). Can be transported flat and assembled where station placement is required. The station clips together to provide a 10cm x 6cm bait tray which protects the bait from the weather. They can be readily attached to trees or posts by driving a nail through the hole provided. These stations are ideal for use with pre-feed or cyanide and also suitable for small amounts of carrot, apple and paste baits. Applying sealant to the joins makes them waterproof. 13BS04: PossiPots A great possum baiting system - irresistible to possums; pre-scented with an apple & cinnamon lure. Trappers can add their own lure to further encourage possums to the bait station. Easy to use; mount onto fence posts, trees or skewer into the ground and place poison within. Biodegradable: made from compressed bush plant fibre. Skewers & posters sold separately. 13BS04a: PossiPot Skewers 13BS04b: PossiPot Poster 13BS06: Indac Bait Feeders Made from linear polyethylene in a rotational mould, weighs 356gm, UV resistant and holds 900 grams of pellets. Each station comes with a bracket for mounting on trees, posts or fences. The station mouth is no lower than 300mm from ground, ensuring a vertical mount to prevent spillage. Space each station 50-100m apart and pre-fed for up to 10 days prior to trapping or poisoning for best results. Dimensions: L 490mm x W 65mm with a loading hole diameter of 62mm. 13BS06a: Indac Bait Feeder replacement bracket 13BS06b: Indac Bait Feeder replacement lid 13BS07: Kilmore Bait Station Made from high impact translucent plastic, it allows bait levels to be checked from a distance and can be used with all types of pellets. Each station is supplied with a bracket and choke that allows bait to flow freely - holds 2kgs of pellets. Spare brackets, chokes and lids available: see below. 13BS07a: Kilmore Brackets 13BS07b: Kilmore choke & lid 13BS13: Philproof Bait Station (large) A large, heavy duty plastic bait station - resistant to rodent & possum damage. It has a removable base for easy refilling and a bait capacity of 1600gm. The large feeding entrance can be modified to feed bait to rabbits. Fully weatherproof with a nail and spacer provided. 13BS13a: Philproof Bait Station (small) Same as 13BS13 but smaller: they will hold 800 grams of pellets. 13BS14: Sentry Bait Station A smaller bait station, they hold 200-300 grams of pellets. Translucent in colour with an orange lid allows visibility from a distance. They are approximately 180 grams in weight. Each station is supplied with a bracket and spares are available. Dimensions: L 155mm x W 100mm with a loading hole diameter of 108mm L x 80mm W. 13BS14: Sentry Bait Station Lids - replacement 6. TRAPS Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
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PREDATOR AND POSSUM TRAPS:
14TR01: Timms Kill Trap
An easy to use trap made of tough polyethylene plastic. Its light colour is an effective lure to the
curious possum/cat. Baited with something palatable, the possum/cat will go straight to the
keyhole opening as the scent is strongest at this point. When the possum/cat takes the bait and
trips the striker bar, the neck of the animal is forced upwards into the confined upper part of the
unique keyhole opening. The trigger action can be adjusted by bending the bait rod where it
contacts the cross rod (approx. 50mm from the tip). It is very effective and can be used in most
places. Spare metal securing pegs and some other parts are available. KEEP FINGERS CLEAR
of the front opening at all times!
14TR01a: Timms Trap Metal Pegs
14TR02: Trapinator Possum Kill Trap
A specifically designed trap for Possums & Feral cats with the highest kill rate of any trap
available on the market today. Developed for the Department of Conservation. It is light,
durable, portable, safe, sanitary and easy to use. Should be tree mounted approximately 1
metre from the ground and non-poisonous baits can be applied. Very simple to set and just as
easy to deactivate and re-set.
14TR06: Sleepy Creek setting tool – sold as a pair
14TR08: Sleepy Creek #1 (Regular) 4TR09: Sleepy Creek #1 (Double)
These traps come with a twin-loop chain with a swivel point which is
mounted to a frame comprising of two coils made of 11 gauge
springwire. Both the pan and the frame feature one piece
construction with no welds. The jaws are non-serrated with a
spread of 4”/10cm. Total weight of one of these traps is 14 ounces /
396gm. The double jaw trap is the same as the regular jaw, except
that each jaw has a slot pressed out of it, meaning less stress /
injury to the animal - great for fur hunters. These traps are
exceedingly sturdy and have the speed and power to operate effectively in a dirt hole set. Ideal for possums, rabbits,
weasels and smaller predators.
14TR07: Non Collapsible Cage Trap with Bait Hook
A standard wire cage trap made from heavy duty No.8 wire and zinc coated. Closure is
triggered by a baited wire hook. For capturing possums/cats - bait with fruit, carrot etc.
Can be very effective for catching cats.
Dimensions: 750mm L x 300mm H x 300mm W. Weighs: 6kg.
14TR10: Victor #1 Trap
Small and lightweight to carry. Comprises of an adjustable weight pan enabling trappers to
custom-set the pan tension to their target. Has non serrated jaws with a jaw spread of 4
inches/10cm and weighs about 370 grams each. It can be used to trap possum/rabbit/ferret/
stoats and weasels.
14TR20: Sentinel Possum Kill Trap
Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 201211 A light weight (500gms – allowing for as many as 20-30 to be carried), extremely compact kill trap designed and manufactured by New Zealanders. Can be tree or ground set. Easy to set with no setting tools required. The unique jaw shape means less power is needed to kill humanely. Extremely effective and have proved very popular with the Department of Conservation. Supplied with a separate cover and instruction booklet. 14TR20a: Sentinel – Clip on bait blox; 14TR20b: Sentinel – Plate (required for older models); 14TR20c: Sentinel – Corflute cover 14TR25: Possum Master Kill Trap This trap was designed for targeting possums but a face plate is available to enable targeting mustelids. This is a versatile, noose trap with a built in durable plastic cover, which can be very easily set in a variety of locations. It is compact, lightweight and easy to use. Once the target species sets off the trap, the spring-loaded trap applies approximately 15kg of pressure to the animals‟ neck via a noose, which cuts off the oxygen supply and the blood flow to the brain, producing an immediate kill. Instruction booklet provided with all purchases. Available in blue or black. Weighs approx. 500gm. 14TR32: Non - Collapsible Cage Trap (Treadle) Similar to 14TR31 but non collapsible and smaller in size. Has a treadle plate mechanism in the base of the trap where the animal walks over the treadle plate on its way to the bait and activates closure of the door. It has a sliding rear door for easy baiting. Ideal for possum / cat trapping. Dimensions: 720mm L x 310mm W x 310mm H. 14TR33: Non – Collapsible Cage Trap (Treadle) A non-collapsible live animal capture cage trap ideal for small mammals such as cats/possums and similar size nuisance animals, designed for and used by professional trappers, made from sturdy rust-resistant wire mesh with steel reinforcements for long life and galvanized for maximum resistance to rust and corrosion. Dimensions: 812mm x 304mm x 254mm, weighs 5.4kgs. 14TR37: Nopests MK4 FennTrap The NoPests MK4 trap had been developed for English gamekeepers in the 1950s. It is humane, causing death by a double fracture to the spinal column. Ideal for trapping the smaller mustelids like stoats and weasels. To protect non target species, it should be used in conjunction with single or double trap covers: 14TR16 and 14TR18. 14TR38: Nopests MK6 FennTrap This trap is slightly larger than the NoPests MK4 14TR37 but a more sturdy design. Heavier of the 2 traps – you need to be strong of hand to use this trap. PREDATOR TRAPS: Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
12 14TR23: DOC 200 Kill Trap This trap is larger than the DOC 150 and will meet the needs of projects that have used the Nopest MK6 trap in the past. It is highly recommended for use in „beginning‟ projects. Suitable for stoats, rats and hedgehogs. Dimensions: H182 x W128 x L180mm Weighs: 1500gm. Clamp pressure: 7kg approx. Set pressure: 11kg approx. 14TR24: DOC 250 Kill Trap This trap is bigger, tougher and the largest in the DOC series. Kills quickly and cleanly. Designed for ferrets, stoats, rats and hedgehog: mostly recommended for ferret trapping. Dimensions: H220 x W160 x L220mm Weighs: 3000gm. Clamp pressure: 12kg approx. Set pressure: 22kg approx. 14TR24a: DOC 150 Trap Zinc This trap is smaller than the DOC 200. Well suited to new projects that wish to use smaller, lighter and slightly cheaper gear, targeting stoats, rats and hedgehogs. Dimensions: H142 x W128 x L137 mm Weighs: 1200gm. Clamp pressure: 8kg approx. Set Pressure: 16kg approx. DOC traps have been developed in conjunction with the Department of Conservation. They are designed to kill stoats, rats, hedgehogs and ferrets. All the DOC traps have passed `draft‟ NAWAC (National Animal Welfare Advisory Committee) guidelines as a humane kill trap. The Department of Conservation ‘current best practice’ tunnel designs must be used for DOC 200, 250, 150 traps. The DOC series of traps are designed to be operated by all people. Once set they are triggered as the target animal moves across the treadle plate, springing the trap using its own weight as it approaches the bait or moves through the trap tunnel. 14TR22 + 14TR27: DOC200/250 Box for Kill Traps Specially designed H3 treated wooden box developed for trapping rats and mustelids (stoats, ferrets and weasels). Designed to exclude non-target species and to protect the trap and human safety. Highly recommended for use with the DOC series traps. Can hold double or single traps such as 14TR23, 14TR24. 14TR28: KBL Tunnel Trap This trap has been designed to attract and kill ferrets, stoats and weasels. Fresh meat such as possum, rabbits or poultry (including liver or entrails), chicken heads or smoked fish should be used for bait. The small access hole in the front of the trap will stop pets from entering. Death for the target animal is very quick and humane and there is no danger to non-target animals if the trap is used as per the instructions. Turn the trap upside down, secure bait on the trigger and if necessary, attach with fuse wire then place upright and peg to the ground. Holding the trap firmly with one hand, pull the nylon cord with the other hand until you feel the striker bar come down in the set position. Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
13 6A. TRAP COVERS PREDATOR: 14TR16: Fenn Trap Single Cover – Mk2 Heavy duty plastic stock proof cover designed to go over one set trap or for housing poison baits for targeting ferrets, stoats and weasels. It protects non target species by allowing only the target animals to access the baited set trap. They are designed to be strong enough to withstand many years of wear and tear, yet are light enough to be carried in stacks of up to 20. The narrow entrance tunnel at either end guides the mustelid over the centre of the trap, making it difficult to jump over the trap. The entrance hole can also be varied to restrict access. Traps that are suitable for use with this include the No Pest MK4 14TR37 and No Pest MK6 14TR38 Fenn trap, Victor #1 14TR10 Trap and the Victor Professional Rat Trap 19RT20. Measures: approx. 450mm L and 140mm internal width at entrance hole. Set your trap(s) along a wall or bank that acts as a „funnel‟ stearing the mustelids towards the trap cover - mustelids cannot resist tunnels. Trapping will be enhanced with the use of bait such as a cracked raw egg or fresh meat. Ensure you change bait regularly depending on the weather. Place the cover carefully over the trap(s) to ensure plenty of room for the trap jaws to close without hitting the walls of the cover and use No.8 wire pegs to pin the trap cover down and tie the chain to the cover. 14TR18: Fenn Trap Double Tunnel Similar to the single cover 14TR18 but designed to accommodate two traps. 19RT21: Corflute Tunnel A lightweight and durable tunnel designed for better safety and security from non target species. Once captured the rodent is kept from view/sight. Suitable for traps 19RT07 & 19RT20. 14TR21: DOC150 Single Box 14TR22a: DOC200 Double Box 14TR22/27: DOC200/250 Single Box for Kill Traps Specially designed H3 treated wooden box housing developed for trapping mustelids (stoats, ferrets and weasels) as well as rats. Designed to exclude non-target species and protect the trap and provide public safety. These box covers are suitable to hold double or single traps, such as 14TR23, 14TR24. 7. POISON NOTICES 17N08 — 17N19 Non-rip paper poison warning notices for Cyanide Baits and Pindone poison are available. Can be stapled to trees, fence posts etc. Contact us for further information. Possum/Predator Fact Pack Revised: January 2012 Pest Management Services Ltd – Possum-Predator Fact Pack 2012
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