"Rats" Blogs & Blog Posts

Flaco the owl had lethal levels of rat poison in his system. Rodenticides often poison birds of prey as well as mountain lions, bobcats, and fishers.

Fans of the viral Chicago "rat hole" have left tributes to the landmark. Couples are also apparently getting engaged and married at the site.

Kenny Bollwerk, aka "Rat Daddy," takes people on tours to see rats in New York City.

After years of attempts, researchers photographed the Vangunu giant rat, which has had its habitat destroyed by logging on the Solomon Islands.

How many rats are there in NYC? The world? Unfortunately, more than before thanks to climate change, experts say. Warmer weather means more breeding.

How many rats are there in NYC? The world? Unfortunately, more than before thanks to climate change, experts say. Warmer weather means more breeding.

What if all the rats in NYC or another major city died overnight? Experts explain the rodents' ecological role and the impact on urban wildlife.