Urban Rat Management and Impact

The video explores the rat population in New York City, highlighting the work of rodentologist Bobby Corrigan. It discusses the diseases rats carry, their adaptability, and how human behavior contributes to their proliferation. The video emphasizes the importance of proactive measures, such as better waste management and infrastructure improvements, to control the rat population.

What is the primary focus of rodentologists like Bobby Corrigan?

• Studying rural rodents

• Studying birds in cities

• Studying urban rodents

• Studying marine life

Which of the following diseases is NOT mentioned as being carried by rats?

• Malaria

• E. Coli

• Salmonella

• West Nile virus

What did the Columbia University study reveal about urban rats?

• They carry new pathogens and viruses

• They are less harmful than previously thought

• They are decreasing in number

• They are immune to most diseases

What environmental feature is described as a 'complete buffet' for rats?

• Sewer lines

• Gutters

• Subway tracks

• Electrical lines

What simple measure can help prevent rats from entering buildings?

• Playing loud music

• Installing a rat strip at the base of doors

• Using ultrasonic repellents

• Keeping lights on at night

How much damage do rats cause annually in the U.S.?

• $1 billion

• $5 billion

• $19 billion

• $10 billion

What is one of the main reasons rats thrive in cities?

• Lack of predators

• Abundance of food waste

• Favorable weather conditions

• High population density

What initiative did Mayor Bill de Blasio announce to combat rat problems?

• A public awareness campaign

• A city-wide rat extermination day

• A $32 million plan for rat-proof trash cans

• A new pest control department

What is a common human behavior that exacerbates the rat problem?

• Feeding birds in parks

• Improper trash disposal

• Walking dogs in the city

• Using public transportation

What is the key to managing rat populations according to the video?

• Building more sewers

• Proactive human behavior

• Introducing natural predators

• Using more traps