/oss/taxonomy/term/2511/all en /oss/article/technology-you-asked/are-ultrasonic-pest-repellers-effective <p><span>Unfortunately, the science behind ultrasonic pest repellers is ultra-shaky. Seems like an attractive idea though, right? Just plug a charger-sized device emitting undetectable sound into the wall, wait about 2 weeks, then BAM, your garage oasis is insect and rodent free without the use of chemical pesticides or inhumane traps. Sounds great! Too bad these devices have never been proven to actually work. But let’s take a look at the theory anyway.</span></p> Mon, 27 Nov 2017 18:17:57 +0000 Cassandra Lee, OSS Intern 6833 at /oss /oss/article/news/sniffing-bobcat-urine <p>Mouse traps are fine if you are dealing with a few rodents but if there is a major infestation you need some heavy artillery such as bobcat pee. Mice, rats, rabbits and moles fear bobcats and for a very good reason. They can quickly become lunch! It is the law of the wild that prey avoids predator. But how? Scent can play a critical role. Predators usually mark their territory with urine and animals they prey upon learn to keep their distance from this fragrance.</p> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 15:54:44 +0000 OSS 1654 at /oss