citation_inspection: 4257

There is an overwhelming pest control problem at this facility. Numerous rodent holes were found throughout the facility including by the lemur building, the tufted capuchin building, by the snow macaque enclosure and behind the outdoor capuchin housing. Additionally, dead rats were found next to the lemur building, snow macaque enclosure and behind the tufted capuchin building. Rodent bait boxes are present throughout the facility but significant rodent activity is still present as evidenced by the excessive number of rodent holes both in and around the animal enclosures. This facility also has a significant housekeeping concern with clutter and piles of unused or excess items throughout the facility. These areas provide hiding places and are a breeding ground for mammalian pests, contributing to the pest problem. The presence of rodents is a potential disease hazard to the animals as these rodents can be carriers of disease and parasites. An effective pest control program must be established to ensure control of these mammalian pests. Correct by: 10 February 2015