Mongoose capture and release

This month, September 2014 I was fortunate enough to come across something very different in my daily routine. We had a call to treat some rodents for a client residing in Thornhill Estates. Mr. Martin asked us to use a non-toxic method because their house is next to the stream (one of the best spots in Thornhill I've seen).

Long story.... short, the noise from above was not rodents. After much investigation we found the signs pointed to our culprit in the pictures below....a mongoose (very noisy) who made the roof his home. We set up a cat-trap and caught the little critter a day later. Not wanting to cause the mongoose any more stress than was necessary, we arranged for release that same morning. Mr. Martin arranged with Modderfontein Reserve that we could release the mongoose there (thanks Modderfontein Reserve).

Here are pictures of our escapades.....safe capture and release right by a lovely stream once again. The story is being covered by Bedfordview Edenvale News (thanks guys). So next time you hear a noise in your roof....think twice before just dumping some poison in there. Don't hesitate to call us for all your Pest related needs. Also follow us on facebook for interesting info on critters (insects etc) and more stories. 

Ps. If you are in Modderfontein area go and visit the reserve.....they have peaceful picnic areas and even a lovely restaurant there.