Identify Pests or Droppings
Residents or pest control professionals with questions about a rodent, snake, pest bird, or scat (droppings) can receive identification and treatment recommendations from the Board. In the case of animal identification, it is preferred that citizens submit a picture with the Identification Form below, rather than bring a sample in. For all other issues, citizens can submit an identification request on line or bring a sample to the Board at 2100 Leon C. Simon Drive Monday – Friday, between 8am and 4 pm for identification and treatment recommendation.
Preparing the Specimen
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If a scat or a dropping specimen is brought to the office, place it in a small plastic container or plastic bag. ALWAYS handle a deceased animal or droppings with the proper personal protection equipments such as disposable gloves. Do not mail specimens.
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An identification form (below) is required for each specimen. All submissions must include the person's name, address where the scat or animal was collected/seen, and phone number.
The Board will identify the specimen within 1 to 2 business days depending on the condition of the specimen.
Fees
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Orleans Parish resident: free of charge
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Members of the Greater New Orleans Pest Control Association: free of charge
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Louisiana and Mississippi residents: $10 for each identification
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Pest Control professionals not members of the Greater New Orleans Pest Control Association: $15 per sample
Form
Whether submitting online, by mail, or in person, all requests for identification must have a completed identification form