It's no secret that the most common problem of summer residents and gardeners is the fight against rodents, in particular with moles. They not only destroy garden plantings, but also leave behind huge pits and potholes, and therefore, in every summer season, the question becomes relevant: how to effectively deal with moles? There are some of the most effective ways to deal with these rodents.
Folk remedies against moles
- You should take spoiled fish mass and put it in holes. For this method, spoiled herring is suitable, which must be cut into small pieces. Moles have an excellent sense of smell, and therefore, having felt an unpleasant smell, they will immediately leave their home. This method is suitable for etching all moles, except for the mole rat and the Caucasian.
- Flood the holes located on the site with water - and the rodent will leave its home. Very effective remedy against all pests. The only drawback is that after the soil dries, the mole can return to its original place.
- You can also plant legumes and black beans in your garden or garden plot. The smell of beans and beans will make them leave their homes, as some"diggers" simply can not stand it. You can crush the leaves of hemp and put in a hole. These funds will work against European and small rodents.
- Experts recommend installing a windmill near the beds. It is done quite simply: a plastic one and a half liter bottle is put on an iron rod and inserted into the ground by about 25 cm. A fairly effective tool in the fight against European, small and Caucasian moles. Moles living in the northern regions of Russia do not react to windmills.
Methods to combat the use of poisons and traps
Rat poison is a very effective means of dealing with such rodents. It must be put in all holes. It is worth recalling that when working with poison, protective gloves and a mask should be used. The composition of the poison includes special substances that have a detrimental effect on absolutely all types of such rodents. The only negative is that the mole, having died underground, will begin to decompose, which will cause a rather unpleasant odor. Mole chemicals are the most effective.
Repellers
Also, there are special repellers against moles. They are considered the most effective means in the fight against rodents. The price of such a device may be different, depending on the country of manufacture and the area of impact, but usually it does not exceed 3,000 rubles. More expensive models have a range of 20-30 meters. The principle of operation is very simple: the structure is placed in the ground fora certain distance and, being in the ground, creates vibrations that scare away moles. For greater effectiveness, it is recommended to use several devices in the garden or garden plot. Repellers are especially effective against small, Caucasian and European moles. This method does not work on Altai moles and mole rats, as they are more resistant to vibration. It is worth noting that moles always try to dig their holes in places where moist and loose soil prevails. As a result, all plantings can be destroyed in two days. To prevent this from happening, you should install electronic scarers near the beds.
You can set a special trap for moles or traps near the pits in advance, putting the prepared bait. After a certain time, the rodent will surely find a treat and fall into a trap.
DIY mole traps
It is not necessary to buy a trap in the store, you can make it yourself. To make a mole trap, you need to drill three small holes in a metal bar. Two should be placed symmetrically at the edges for fasteners, and one in the middle for the tube. For the manufacture of pins, you can take fittings.
Do-it-yourself mole traps are assembled from an arrow and a tube. The arrow should be pointed on one side and curved on the other. It should make a small hole for the trigger. To pull the string, you need an elastic spring. Next tofasten a metal square with holes for air circulation to a slightly bent metal plate. To make a trigger, it is necessary to screw a bolt into the plate above the bend line, after cutting off the hat. The upper part of the plate should be screwed to the tube with a clamp.
The principle of the mole trap
Near the edge of a fresh hole, you need to place a trap at a distance of about 100 mm. Pins should be attached to the mole trap to the ground. It is very important that the plate with holes is located directly opposite the hole. An arrow is inserted into the tube and a spring is pulled. Next, pull the arrow as tight as possible and fix it with the trigger. The rodent, feeling a draft, will return in order to bury the passage and will definitely hook the bar. The arrow will shoot at the mole.
How to make a homemade mole trap
Very effective and affordable way. For this method, you will need a small saucepan or a three-liter jar. It is advisable to fill the containers with water. The principle of operation is as follows: approximately in the middle of the course, a container bursts a little below the level and is covered from above from daylight. A rodent, crawling along, will definitely fall into a mole trap.
