Method and apparatus for tracking vermin
US7802397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 12, 2004 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 16, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01M31/002
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A method for tracking vermin includes causing the vermin to be covered in a non-toxic fluorescent substance which will leave a trail as the rodent enters/exits the human habitation, then examining the habitation with an ultraviolet light to determine the location of the entry/exit point used by the vermin. The fluorescent substance is preferably invisible without the aid of an ultraviolet light. It is also non-toxic to humans as well as animals and is relatively inexpensive. The apparatus for applying the ultraviolet substance is preferably a “bait station” within which an attractive substance is placed and surrounded by the fluorescent substance.
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