Two North Carolina Cities Make The ‘Rattiest” Cities List
If you aren’t a fan of rodents, there are a couple of places in North Carolina you might want to avoid. Two North Carolina cities made the “rattiest’ cities list….
If you aren't a fan of rodents, there are a couple of places in North Carolina you might want to avoid. Two North Carolina cities made the "rattiest' cities list.
Orkin's annual list of the rattiest cities is out and the Carolinas are well represented. Charlotte came in 38th. Raleigh was a bit higher with a 32nd-place finish. Both cities moved higher on the list from last year.
Chicago was first on the list followed by New York And Los Angeles. Check out the top 50 here.
PR Newswire says the rodents like to move inside during the colder weather. That means your home is at risk. Here are some signs you might have a rodent problem.
- Droppings: Rodent droppings are often left behind in places where food is stored, such as kitchen cabinets or pantries, under sinks, inside chewed cardboard boxes, along baseboards, and on top of wall beams
- Gnaw marks: Mice are known to bite through walls, wood, and wires. The damage to wiring within walls can increase the risk of a house fire.
- Nests: Rodents prefer to nest in dark, secluded areas where there is little chance of disturbance. Be on the lookout for shredded paper products, cotton, packing materials, and other fabrics, as house mice like to build nests out of these materials.
- Rub marks: Rats tend to leave dark grease or dirt marks along walls and floorboards as they follow a trail throughout the home between their nest and food.
- Strange noises: Scurrying in the walls or in the attic could mean a rodent family is present. Rodents are especially fond of attics as it's an insulated area for nest building.
These unwanted visitors can be discouraged by not leaving food out. Keeping landscaping clear. Declutter your home. Especially of cardboard boxes. Rodents love to live and chew up a cardboard box.
Can You Guess the Most Dangerous Animals in North Carolina?
Well, we all know North Carolina is home to many different species of animals across the state. From unique pets to animals you find on the beach to animals you find up in the mountains. The state has so many different types of living areas for animals that it is kind of wild to think about how many different homes we offer them. But, not all of these animals are ones you should play with. Think about it, not every animal is a kind, friendly dog. We have some dangerous species to beware of within the state.
Animal Vivid wants to be sure we are all aware of what creatures we should stay away from if we ever come across them. From deadly reptiles to deadly insects, you never know what you might come across in North Carolina wildlife. They gathered a list of the 10 most dangerous animals in North Carolina. Below, you can find 5 of the most dangerous animals in North Carolina and a little bit about each one. No worries, want to see the full list of all 10, click here and be safe!
The American Alligator
Come on, we're in the Carolinas! We knew an alligator would have to make this list at some point. This reptile lives in swamps, streams, or rivers throughout the state. Unfortunately, the alligator is a carnivore. The American alligator specifically is a species of alligator that you should be extremely cautious of. Although it will ignore humans sometimes, it still can consider human flesh to be a great meal!
Eastern Diamondback Rattlesnake
North Carolina is home to three different rattlesnake species, how lucky are we? All three are different level of danger to a human. Of the three though, the eastern diamondback rattlesnake is the most venomous in the American continent. Now, that is some power! The Diamondback is also the largest rattlesnake, so if you needed more of a reason to stay away... there you go!
Black Bears
Now, coming from someone who just recently saw Cocaine Bear, I could see why this animal is on the list. Black bears are found throughout the forests spread across the state of North Carolina. Although the black bear is the smallest of all bear species, it can still be dangerous. Thankfully, the black bear does not attack often and would rather scare you away from it than actually harm you.
Brown Recluse Spider
I am not a spider person whatsoever, but here we go. The brown recluse spider can be found in wood piles, sheds, or garages which means it's close to home. Although they contain a very high level of venom they are a bit iffy when it comes to humans. The spider only bites when it feels threatened so be careful if you ever see one, because the venom is strong enough to put you in the hospital after a bite.
White-tailed Deer
We all know we have seen a deer or two whenever we're out on the roads. This mammal lives in cropland, brushland, or pastureland across the state. Although deer are pretty peaceful in general, they earned their danger stripes due to the number of car accidents they cause throughout the state. Early mornings and early evenings you can find deer crossing dark roads at such random and high-speed cars sometimes don't stand a chance. Whenever you're on a roadway where you may not be able to tell if a deer is coming or not, it's always best to just sit back and drive with caution.
