Bonide Gophertox Gopher Killer

Bonide Gophertox Gopher Killer, manufactured by Bonide, is a specialized pocket gopher bait that contains zinc phosphide, a proven and fast-acting poison that kills these pests quickly and efficiently.  

With no need for trap setup or other complex application methods, these granules are user-friendly for homeowners facing costly pocket gopher activity and damages.

Bonide Gophertox Gopher Killer is a fast-acting toxic pocket gopher bait that offers minimal environmental risk due to its direct application into burrow systems so you can enjoy a pest-free landscape.

Tools Needed

You will need a long-handled spoon and chemical-purpose teaspoon.

How to Use

• Step 1: Look for fresh mounds of soil, which indicate active gopher activity.
• Step 2: Open the product container while wearing gloves. 
• Step 3: With a long-handled spoon carefully remove the plug to the pocket gopher tunnel. Insert a teaspoonful of this bait as far down as possible.
• Step 4: Reclose the opening, being careful not to cover the bait with soil.
• Step 5: Wearing waterproof gloves, collect and dispose of all dead, exposed animals. Dispose of leftover bait in accordance with disposal instructions.

Where to Use

Bonide Gophertox Gopher Killer can be used in pocket gopher tunnels within residential lawns. 

When to Use

Apply before or during active pocket gopher infestations. 

Safety Information

Bonide Gophertox Gopher Killer is safe to use around children and pets when applied according to the product label instructions. Always wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling and applying this product.

This product is extremely toxic to birds, fish, and other wildlife. Wildlife feeding on treated bait may be killed. Dogs, cats, and other predatory and scavenging mammals and birds might be poisoned if they feed upon animals that have eaten this bait

Special Considerations

Do not apply this product by use of an artificial burrow builder.