JT Eaton Answer For Pocket Gophers

Pocket Gophers: Valley pocket gophers, Mazama pocket gophers, Townsend pocket gophers, Sierra pocket gophers.

• Bait may only be applied at the use sites and by the application methods listed on the label.
• Bait must be applied directly into pocket gopher burrow systems.
• Do not apply this product above the ground surface.
• Do not apply this product by use of mechanical burrow machines or any other type of mechanical application equipment, including mechanized probes.
• Do not broadcast bait.

Baiting:

• Place bait in main runways: To locate main runways, probe 12-18 inches from the surface mound on the side which is flattened or depressed using a burrow probe or smooth metal rod. When resistance on probe suddenly decreases, probe is in the main runway. Open the runway with the probe, a spade or shovel. Place one Bait Block into each opening of the runway and cover the opening securely to exclude light. Do not permit the loose soil to cover bait.
• Place baits at two or three locations in each main burrow (runway) system. A pocket gopher will normally travel to all portions of its burrow system within ten a few days. As some gophers may die above ground, check the area periodically for 10-15 days after treatment. Bury or incinerate (if permitted locally) any dead animals found.
• Follow-Up: Wearing waterproof gloves, collect and dispose of dead, exposed animals. Dispose of leftover bait in accordance with disposal instructions on the label. If reinfestation does occur, repeat treatment.