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Efforts include regular inspections, targeted interventions based on data analytics, and stakeholder engagement to educate and improve practices.
Challenges and Future Directions
Despite technological and biological innovations, challenges persist:
Rat Intelligence: Rats are highly adaptable and cautious, often avoiding new or unfamiliar traps.
Behavioral Adaptation: Continuous use of the same trap types can lead to bait shyness.
Environmental Factors: Persistent waste issues and poor refuse management create conducive environments for rats to thrive.
Adaptive Strategies