The Rat Poison Problem: How Rodenticides Harm People, Pets, & the Planet

05/06/2023 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM ET

Admission

  • Free

Location

Waltham Public Library (or Zoom)
735 Main Street
Waltham, MA 02453

Summary

Join us for a presentation by local naturalist and conservation advocate Laura Kiesel who will review the history of rodenticides, their impact on our health and environment, and solutions for a way forward that preserves our planet.

Description

Climate change, a construction boom, and growth in human population density have led to a dramatic rise in rats and mice in and around metro areas like Boston. Rat poison usually is the main method for dealing with the problem. But these poisons are killing local wildlife and pets and endanger our young children, while not actually proving at all effective in reducing rodents. Join us for a presentation by local naturalist and conservation advocate Laura Kiesel who will review the history of rodenticides, their impact on our health and environment, and solutions for a way forward that preserves our planet. Masks required/provided.

If you are unable to attend in person, you don't have to miss this important environmental presentation. Just register for the event and you will receive the Zoom link to watch a live stream.

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