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|image text  = A perfect environment for a variety of pests
|image text  = A perfect environment for a variety of pests
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==Owls==
While a common problem in present day, '''pests''' remain a problem in the future.  Though, unlike today, several new pests have been introduced in the urban landscape.  The most prominent pest in the future, or at least [[New New York]], remains the [[#Owls|owl]], but several others co-exist.
[[Image:Owls.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|Owls feeding]]
 
The [[wikipedia:Owl|owl]], or rather one or more species of owl, was introduced in [[New New York]] to wipe out rats and pigeons. While the owls proved largely successful, they themselves replaced both species as the most prevalent pests in [[New New York]]. Owls are still capable of flight but feed on trash and have been seen exiting holes in walls, suggesting they live there.
== Owls ==
{{main|Owls}}
[[File:Owls.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|Owls feeding]]
The {{w|owl}}, or rather one or more species of owl, was introduced in [[New New York]] to wipe out rats and pigeons. While the owls proved largely successful, they themselves replaced both species as the most prevalent pests in [[New New York]]. Owls are still capable of flight but feed on trash and have been seen exiting holes in walls, suggesting they live there. Owls, according to Walt, lay [[Anti-backwards crystal|dodecahedral]] eggs which hatch into Owl larvae. Owls can be domesticated and be taught to attack trespassers. They also appear in the first level of [[Futurama (video game)|the game]], standing on top of cameras at [[Planet Express]].
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===Eradication===
Owls are usually caught in owl traps, such as [[DEF-CON Owl Traps]], the operation of which sounds much like a 21st century mouse or rat trap. They occasionally also get caught in spider webs.


===Appearances===
=== Eradication ===
*{{e|1ACV03}}
Owls are usually caught in owl traps, such as "DEF-CON Owl Traps", the operation of which sounds much like a 21st century mouse or rat trap. They occasionally also get caught in spider webs. [[Walt, Larry and Igner]] posed as "Smother Bros. Pest Control" who are exterminators, deal with disposing of owls and a variety of other pests.
*{{e|2ACV11}}
*{{e|3ACV02}}
*{{e|3ACV06}}
*{{e|3ACV09}}
*{{e|x1}}


=== Appearances ===
{{See|Owls#Appearances|here}}
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}
==Golden Marmosets==
 
[[Image:Golden Marmoset Alt.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|A noisy street dweller]]
== Golden Marmosets ==
Apparently introduced to wipe out other pests, most likely some kind of insect, the [[wikipedia:Golden Lion Tamarin|Golden Marmoset]] is a small primate that in the 21st Century still lived in trees. By the year 3000 they wander the streets.
[[File:Golden Marmoset Alt.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|A noisy street dweller]]
Apparently introduced to wipe out other pests, most likely some kind of insect, the {{w|Golden Lion Tamarin|Golden Marmoset}} is a small primate that in the 21st Century was {{w|Endangered species|endangered}} and still lived in trees. By the year 3000 they wander the streets.
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*{{e|2ACV18}} (mentioned only)
*{{e|2ACV18}} (mentioned only)
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{{Clear}}


==Cockroaches==
== Cockroaches ==
[[Image:Roach.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|"There's still a roach problem."]]
[[File:Roach.jpg|thumb|right|thumb|"There's still a roach problem."]]
[[wikipedia:Cockroaches|Cockroaches]] are still prevalent, some have been seen to be human sized and capable of flying high above the city.  
{{w|Cockroaches}} are still prevalent, some have been seen to be human sized and capable of flying high above the city.  
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*{{e|2ACV19}}
*{{e|2ACV19}}
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}


==Rats==
== Rats ==
[[Image:Rats.png|thumb|right|thumb|Not quite extinct]]
[[File:Rats.png|thumb|right|thumb|Not quite extinct]]
Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, [[wikipedia:Rats|rats]] are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is fairly rare to see a rat in New New York, unless you live in the [[NNY Sewers|sewers]], in which case your favourite burgers may have their droppings as an ingredient. On the surface, some now treat rats as birds were treated in the 20th century.
Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, {{w|rats}} are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is fairly rare to see a rat in New New York, unless you live in the [[NNY Sewers|sewers]], in which case your favourite burgers may have their droppings as an ingredient. On the surface, some now treat rats as birds were treated in the 20th century.
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*{{e|3ACV22}}
*{{e|3ACV22}}
*{{e|4ACV02}}
*{{e|4ACV02}}
*{{e|4ACV04}}
*{{e|4ACV04}}
*{{f|3}}
*{{f|4}}
*{{e|6ACV18}}
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}


==Pigeons==
== Pigeons ==
[[Image:Pigeon.png|thumb|right|thumb|Also not quite extinct]]
[[File:Pigeon.png|thumb|right|thumb|Also not quite extinct]]
Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, [[wikipedia:pigeons|pigeons]] are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is possible they are now purely migratory populations, and may not even be a pest at this point. Like rats, the attempted eradication may have only taken place in certain regions, allowing the animal to return.
Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, {{w|pigeons}} are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is possible they are now purely migratory populations, and may not even be a pest at this point. Like rats, the attempted eradication may have only taken place in certain regions, allowing the animal to return.
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*{{e|x2}}
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*{{f|2}}
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{{Clear}}


==Land Squid==
== Land Squid ==
[[Image:Land Squid.png|thumb|right|thumb|Cephalopod-ing it up]]
[[File:Land Squid.png|thumb|right|thumb|Cephalopod-ing it up]]
As [[Wikipedia:List_of_The_Future_Is_Wild_species#Squibbon|predicted by scientists]], the [[wikipedia:Squid|Squid]] has adapted to life on dry land. The land squid is small and harmless, not much else is known.
As [http://speculativeevolution.wikia.com/wiki/Squibbon predicted by scientists], the {{w|Squid}} has adapted to life on dry land. The land squid is small and harmless, not much else is known.
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*{{e|x2}}
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*{{f|2}}
{{Clear}}
{{Clear}}


==Additional Info==
== Wall Gophers ==
The {{w|Gopher (animal)|Gopher}} has adapted to presumably climb walls and are annoying pest which Fry is used to seeing.
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*{{f|3}} (mentioned only)
 
== Toilet Snail ==
The {{w|Snail}} has adapted to presumably live in toilets and are annoying pest which Fry is used to seeing.
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*{{f|3}} (mentioned only)
 
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===Quotes===
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<poem>'''[[Hermes Conrad|Hermes]]''': Concerning our pest problem: Somebody's been leaving food around and it's attracting owls. And I, for one, am getting tired of cleaning those owl traps ''[A trap snaps and an owl hoots.]'' .</poem>
*'''Speaker''': A funny thing I said
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*'''[[Hermes Conrad|Hermes]]''': Concerning our pest problem: Somebody's been leaving food around and it's attracting owls. And I, for one, am getting tired of cleaning those owl traps. [A trap snaps and an owl hoots.]
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Revision as of 17:48, 6 December 2011

Pests
SpiderwebOwl.png
A perfect environment for a variety of pests
HomeworldEarth
First appearance"I, Roommate" (1ACV03)
Episode

While a common problem in present day, pests remain a problem in the future. Though, unlike today, several new pests have been introduced in the urban landscape. The most prominent pest in the future, or at least New New York, remains the owl, but several others co-exist.

Owls

Main article: Owls
Owls feeding

The owl, or rather one or more species of owl, was introduced in New New York to wipe out rats and pigeons. While the owls proved largely successful, they themselves replaced both species as the most prevalent pests in New New York. Owls are still capable of flight but feed on trash and have been seen exiting holes in walls, suggesting they live there. Owls, according to Walt, lay dodecahedral eggs which hatch into Owl larvae. Owls can be domesticated and be taught to attack trespassers. They also appear in the first level of the game, standing on top of cameras at Planet Express.

Eradication

Owls are usually caught in owl traps, such as "DEF-CON Owl Traps", the operation of which sounds much like a 21st century mouse or rat trap. They occasionally also get caught in spider webs. Walt, Larry and Igner posed as "Smother Bros. Pest Control" who are exterminators, deal with disposing of owls and a variety of other pests.

Appearances

See here.

Golden Marmosets

A noisy street dweller

Apparently introduced to wipe out other pests, most likely some kind of insect, the Golden Marmoset is a small primate that in the 21st Century was endangered and still lived in trees. By the year 3000 they wander the streets.

Appearances

Cockroaches

"There's still a roach problem."

Cockroaches are still prevalent, some have been seen to be human sized and capable of flying high above the city.

Appearances

Rats

Not quite extinct

Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, rats are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is fairly rare to see a rat in New New York, unless you live in the sewers, in which case your favourite burgers may have their droppings as an ingredient. On the surface, some now treat rats as birds were treated in the 20th century.

Appearances

Pigeons

Also not quite extinct

Despite the introduction of the owl to New New York, pigeons are still present, albeit with a greatly diminished population. It is possible they are now purely migratory populations, and may not even be a pest at this point. Like rats, the attempted eradication may have only taken place in certain regions, allowing the animal to return.

Appearances

Land Squid

Cephalopod-ing it up

As predicted by scientists, the Squid has adapted to life on dry land. The land squid is small and harmless, not much else is known.

Appearances

Wall Gophers

The Gopher has adapted to presumably climb walls and are annoying pest which Fry is used to seeing.

Appearances

Toilet Snail

The Snail has adapted to presumably live in toilets and are annoying pest which Fry is used to seeing.

Appearances

Additional Info

Quotes

    Hermes: Concerning our pest problem: Somebody's been leaving food around and it's attracting owls. And I, for one, am getting tired of cleaning those owl traps [A trap snaps and an owl hoots.] .