Roof rats have long been a problem on the West Coast, but this highly adaptable pest is expanding its range, creating new challenges for PMPs unfamiliar with the biology, behavior, and control of Rattus rattus. Fortunately, attendees of PCT’s Virtual Rodent Conference will have an opportunity to learn the latest insights about this challenging pest from one of the country’s leading technical directors who has battled roof rats for many years, developing effective rodent control strategies in both residential and commercial accounts.