Rat trace tracking box
By designing a rodent tracking box and using waterproof ink and absorbent cards to record rodent footprints, the problems of poor rodent tracking performance, high cost, and environmental pollution in existing technologies have been solved, achieving low-cost and efficient rodent monitoring.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520139494.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-21
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-12
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-01-21
AI Technical Summary
Existing rodent tracking methods are susceptible to interference outdoors, talcum powder is easily lost, electronic devices are expensive and not suitable for large-scale monitoring, and are also harmful to the environment.
Design a mouse tracking box, which includes a box body, a bait tray, an ink area, and a tracking area. It uses waterproof ink and absorbent cards to record mouse footprints, simulates a mouse burrow environment, simplifies deployment, and reduces environmental pollution.
It enables efficient and low-cost rodent density monitoring both indoors and outdoors, with clear visibility, minimal environmental impact, applicability to multiple locations, and is economical and practical.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mouse tracking device technology, and in particular to a mouse tracking box. Background Technology
[0002] Rat tracking is a method for tracing rat tracks. It is applicable both indoors and outdoors, and can also be used to track rat tracks on vehicles or in public places. Through rat tracking, rat density can be monitored, rat species can be roughly classified, and rat holes and burrows can be located to facilitate rat control work later.
[0003] Existing methods for tracking rodent tracks include the powder method, which involves scattering white talcum powder in areas where rodents frequently appear and then using the footprints left by the rodents on the powder to determine the presence of live rodents. While this method is somewhat effective indoors, it is greatly affected by interference outdoors. The light texture of talcum powder makes it easy for it to be blown away by the wind or stepped on by people or other animals, thus affecting the tracking effect. Furthermore, it is difficult to leave traces on light-colored floors or carpets indoors. In addition, large amounts of powder can also cause environmental damage. Existing technologies also use rodent detection devices, such as ultraviolet detectors and fluorescent rodent detectors, to detect rodent tracks. However, this method can only detect and eliminate rodents at specific locations. It is not practical for understanding the distribution of rodents over a large area. Moreover, these devices are expensive, making rodent tracking too costly and not economically viable.
[0004] Therefore, there is a need to design a tracking box with a novel structure, convenient deployment, and minimal impact on the surrounding environment, which can solve the current technical problems and meet the monitoring needs of rodents. Utility Model Content
[0005] This utility model provides a mouse tracking box to solve the technical problems of poor mouse tracking effect, large environmental impact and high cost in the prior art.
[0006] This utility model provides a mouse tracking box, including a box body with openings on both sides to form a passage for mice to pass through; the box body is provided with: a bait groove on the bottom wall of the box body; an ink area on the outer periphery of the bait groove for coloring the soles of the mouse's feet; and a marking area on both sides of the ink area, which is arranged along the passage for the mouse to pass through.
[0007] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the tracking area uses an absorbent card to absorb ink from the soles of the mouse's feet and record the mouse's footprints.
[0008] The mouse tracking box provided by this utility model also includes a limiting plate;
[0009] The limiting plate is disposed on the inner surface of the side wall of the box body, and there is a gap between the limiting plate and the bottom wall of the box body, which is used to cooperate with the insertion of the absorbent card and to limit the position of the absorbent card.
[0010] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided in which the limiting plate and the box body are integrally formed.
[0011] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area is made of waterproof ink.
[0012] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided in which the thickness of the waterproof ink is between 0.2cm and 0.5cm.
[0013] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided in which the edge of the display area away from the ink area is flush with the opening end of the box body.
[0014] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the shape of the box body is a cuboid.
[0015] The opening of the box is located on one of the pairs of opposite faces that are furthest apart.
[0016] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area is located at the center of the bottom wall of the box body, and the bait groove is located at the center of the ink area.
[0017] According to the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area is square in shape and the display area is rectangular in shape.
[0018] This invention provides a mouse tracking box. By arranging bait troughs inside the box, mice can be lured into the box. An ink area is set around the outer perimeter of the bait troughs. After the mice enter the ink area, their feet will be stained with ink. When the mice finish eating and leave the box, they will pass through a tracking area, which will absorb the ink from the mice's feet, thus revealing the mice's footprints. This invention does not use products that are harmful to the environment, and it has good performance and low cost, making it very economical. Attached Figure Description
[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.
[0020] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the box provided by this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 This is a top view of the inside of the box provided by this utility model.
[0022] Figure label:
[0023] 1. Box body; 2. Bait tank; 3. Ink area; 4. Display area; 5. Limiting plate. Detailed Implementation
[0024] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.
[0025] A rodent tracking device is a device that conforms to the ecological habits of rodents, luring them to feed and leaving traces. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, and can also be used to track rodent tracks on vehicles or in public places. Setting up rodent tracking boxes is one of the measures for monitoring rodent density and roughly classifying rodent species. Rodent tracking boxes can be made of concrete, ceramics, bamboo tubes, plastic, cardboard, etc., with commercially available plastic products being the most common. The tracking box simulates the hiding places that rodents prefer, attracting them to feed on the bait. Compared with the traditional method of placing poison bait in the open, it can avoid environmental problems such as rodents dying in hiding places and causing foul odors and mosquito breeding. Compared with the traditional rodent density monitoring method of powder tracking, it is simple to operate, does not create hard-to-clean stains on the ground or carpets, and the rodent tracks are clear and easy to see. It can also determine the number of rodents, roughly classify their species, and track their movements based on the tracks.
[0026] Existing technologies mostly involve methods for catching and exterminating rats, using tools such as rat cages, rat traps, and sticky traps. These methods are unsuitable for vehicles carrying precision instruments, densely populated places such as museums and libraries, as well as public gathering places such as shopping malls, markets, and airports, as they can easily cause public disturbance. In addition, methods such as using poison bait can easily lead to the death of rats in hidden places, resulting in secondary environmental problems such as foul odors and mosquito breeding.
[0027] The present invention provides a rodent tracking box with a novel structure, convenient placement, and minimal impact on the surrounding environment. It can solve the current technical problems and meet the needs of rodent monitoring.
[0028] The following is combined Figures 1-2 This invention describes a mouse tracking box provided in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0029] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the box 1 provided by this utility model. Figure 2 This is a top view of the interior of the box 1 provided by this utility model, as shown below. Figures 1-2 As shown, this utility model provides a mouse tracking box, including a box body 1 with openings on both sides to form a passage for mice to pass through, simulating the environment of a mouse hole that mice prefer; the inside of the box body 1 is provided with: a bait trough 2, which contains bait that can attract rodents, and the bait trough 2 is set on the bottom wall of the box body 1; an ink area 3, which is arranged on the outer periphery of the bait trough 2, for coloring the soles of the mouse's feet; and a marking area 4, which is arranged on both sides of the ink area 3, and the marking area 4 is arranged along the passage through which the mouse passes.
[0030] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a mouse tracking box is provided. The display area 4 uses an absorbent card to absorb ink from the soles of the mouse's feet and record the mouse's footprints. The absorbent card is preferably white or other light-colored, which can make the color clearer and make it easier to track mouse tracks. The absorbent card can clearly record mouse tracks without polluting the ground. By recording mouse tracks, the movement trajectory of mice can be analyzed, making it easier to find mouse holes and statistically analyze the number and types of mice.
[0031] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a mouse tracking box further includes a limiting plate 5. The limiting plate 5 is disposed on the inner surface of the side wall of the box body 1. The limiting plate 5 can be arranged along the entire length of the side wall of the box body 1 or multiple plates can be arranged at intervals. There is a gap between the limiting plate 5 and the bottom wall of the box body 1 for use in conjunction with the insertion of the water-absorbing card and for limiting the water-absorbing card.
[0032] According to the embodiment of this utility model, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the limiting plate 5 and the box body 1 are integrally formed; further, the box body 1 can be made of plastic material. When the box body 1 is made of plastic material, the limiting plate 5 and the box body 1 can be integrally formed, or the limiting plate 5 can be bonded and fixed to the inner wall of the box body 1.
[0033] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area 3 is made of waterproof ink. The waterproof ink is not easy to dry, so colored ink can be used. The colored ink does not dry after being exposed to air for 4-8 weeks and still has the color development function.
[0034] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a mouse tracking box has a waterproof ink thickness between 0.2cm and 0.5cm, ensuring that the soles of the mouse's feet are completely coated during use, thus improving its effectiveness.
[0035] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided in which the edge of the display area 4 away from the ink area 3 is flush with the opening end of the box body 1. Furthermore, in practical applications, the display area 4 can be appropriately extended, but excessive extension will allow dust to fall in, which will have some adverse effects on recording mouse tracks. Therefore, if the box body 1 is placed indoors, it is advisable to appropriately extend the display area 4; if the box body 1 is placed outdoors, it is not recommended to extend the display area 4.
[0036] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the shape of the box body 1 is a cuboid; wherein the opening of the box body 1 is set on the farthest pair of opposite faces. This design is to make the entire box body 1 a long and narrow channel shape, so as to simulate the shape of a mouse hole to the greatest extent and lure the mouse into it.
[0037] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area 3 is located at the center of the bottom wall of the box body 1, and the bait groove 2 is located at the center of the ink area 3; this allows the mouse to enter the box body 1 at a sufficiently long distance and maximizes the area ratio of the tracking area 4 to ensure the tracking effect.
[0038] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a mouse tracking box is provided, wherein the ink area 3 is square in shape and the trace area 4 is rectangular in shape.
[0039] Specifically, Example 1 is provided regarding the specific structure of the mouse tracking box.
[0040] Example 1
[0041] Box 1 is a rectangular hollow structure with open sides. Box 1 is 40cm long, 10cm wide, and 10cm high. Inside the center of box 1, there is a bait trough 2 with a diameter of 1.5cm and a height of 0.5cm. The bait trough 2 is elliptical in shape. There is a limiting plate 5 on each side wall of box 1. The limiting plate 5 is 35cm long and 0.3cm wide. It is used to fix a rectangular white absorbent card. The white absorbent card is 15cm long and 10cm wide. A layer of non-drying and waterproof ink is placed in the middle of the bottom wall of box 1. Colored ink can be used. Apply a 0.3cm thick layer of ink to the bottom wall of box 1 and make it into a square with a length of 10cm and a width of 10cm.
[0042] Furthermore, in the embodiments provided by this utility model, when using the mouse tracking box: first, determine the location for mouse tracking and use. After determining the location and scope, place the box 1 as close to the wall as possible and arrange the boxes at intervals along the wall to better predict the mouse's movement route. After placing the box 1, since mice have the habit of "slipping along the edge," the bait trough 2 is placed inside the box 1. Attracted by the bait, the mouse will enter the box 1 from one end. The bait trough 2 has an ink area 3 on its outer periphery. During the process of the mouse eating the bait, the soles of its feet will be stained with ink. When the mouse finishes eating and walks out of the box 1, it will pass through the display area 4. The display area 4 will absorb the ink on the soles of the mouse's feet to show the mouse's footprints, thereby achieving the purpose of tracking the mouse's footprints. Because the tracking box is easy to deploy, it requires less equipment compared to the powder tracking method for rodent monitoring, eliminating the need for manual placement of powder blocks, and the rodent tracks are clearer and more obvious. The tracking box simulates a rodent burrow environment, providing strong concealment, minimal environmental impact, and no pollution to the surrounding environment, making it a reliable tool for rodent early warning and density monitoring. Compared to expensive rodent track detectors, the rodent tracking box used in this invention achieves good results while being cost-effective, demonstrating excellent economy and practicality.
[0043] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the modules can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Those skilled in the art can understand and implement this without any creative effort.
[0044] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it; although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.
Claims
1. A mouse tracking box, characterized in that, Includes a box body (1), with openings on both sides to form a passage for mice to pass through; The interior of the box (1) is provided with: The bait trough (2) is disposed on the bottom wall of the box body (1); The ink area (3) is arranged on the outer periphery of the bait trough (2) to color the soles of the rat's feet; The indentation area (4) is arranged on both sides of the ink area (3), and the indentation area (4) is arranged along the passage through which the mouse passes.
2. The mouse tracking box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The visible area (4) uses an absorbent card to absorb the ink from the mouse's feet and record the mouse's footprints.
3. The mouse tracking box according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a limiting plate (5); The limiting plate (5) is disposed on the inner surface of the side wall of the box body (1). There is a gap between the limiting plate (5) and the bottom wall of the box body (1) for the insertion of the absorbent card and for limiting the position of the absorbent card.
4. The mouse tracking box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The limiting plate (5) and the box body (1) are integrally formed.
5. The mouse tracking box according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The ink area (3) uses waterproof ink.
6. The mouse tracking box according to claim 5, characterized in that, The thickness of the waterproof ink is between 0.2 cm and 0.5 cm.
7. The mouse tracking box according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, The edge of the display area (4) away from the ink area (3) is flush with the opening end of the box body (1).
8. The mouse tracking box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box (1) is rectangular in shape; The opening of the box (1) is located on the farthest pair of opposite faces.
9. The mouse tracking box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The ink zone (3) is located at the center of the bottom wall of the box (1), and the bait groove (2) is located at the center of the ink zone (3).
10. The mouse tracking box according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that, The ink area (3) is square in shape, and the display area (4) is rectangular in shape.