Eradication of pocket gophers: Comparative field tests demonstrate best poisons, baits, and dosages for practical gopher control

Miller, M

Eradication of pocket gophers: Comparative field tests demonstrate best poisons, baits, and dosages for practical gopher control

Author

Milton A. Miller

Author Affiliations

Milton A. Miller is Associate Professor of Zoology, University of California College of Agriculture, Davis.

Publication Information

Hilgardia 4(12):8-10. DOI:10.3733/ca.v004n12p8. December 1950.

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Abstract

The most effective and economical method for eradicating pocket gophers-responsible for a major share of the multimillion dollar damage inflicted annually on California agriculture by field rodents—is by poisoning.

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