Evaluation of a rat ultrasonic vocalisation as a novel audio-lure in two New Zealand forest settings
Actively attracting rats to trapping and baiting areas would potentially reduce the costs and labour required for controlling rats over large areas of forest. In this pilot study we explored the potential of using an ultrasonic lure to attract rats in two forest study areas: Tuateawa and Te Hoe. Data was collected from the Tuateawa study area over 21 discrete 24 h periods using tracking tunnels and cameras.