430+ Rats, Zero Lost Birds: A Belgrave Trapping Story

Rats weren’t just stealing feed. In Belgrave, Victoria, they were taking ducklings, skinning quails, and going after baby rabbits. Richard and his partner knew they had to act fast — and keep acting until the problem was actually gone.

The poison cycle

Like a lot of property owners, they started with bait. It worked… until it didn’t — and the “solution” started creating a new problem.

Over time, Richard grew increasingly uncomfortable with the risk of secondary poisoning — especially in a place filled with animals and wildlife.

A better tip from a local shop

Then came a simple recommendation from the local produce store: try Goodnature’s self-resetting traps. So Richard ordered two.

Placement was everything

They didn’t overthink it — they placed traps where rats were already active and confident: tight to structures, close to animal areas, and near visible burrows.

17 months later

The results weren’t subtle.

430+ kills. Zero lost birds. And yes — one very happy kookaburra.

Richard’s take

“We didn’t expect this many kills… If you’re dealing with rats, Goodnature traps are worth trying.”

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Note: Always follow local rules and best practices for pest control, especially around domestic animals and wildlife.